Toyota Corolla fuel leak problems

Filed Dec 3, 2022 · Fuel system · NC

On 11/30/2022 The CHECK light came on. After checking my Toyota manual it showed several reasons for the light. I called the Toyota Dealer (Bryan Easler, Hendersonville, NC) made an appointment for general service and inspection as to why the warning light came on. Was told the warning light was result of rodents chewing through the gas line causing fuel leak. This also happened about three years ago. Because the fuel system is all one piece it couldn't be repaired. I had to pay for a whole new fuel line system, second time I have had to pay for a whole new fuel system. There is no Toyota dealer my my area so I have to travel about forty miles for service. I am a very elderly half cripple woman long distance driving is tiring and dangerous for me, driving with a leaking gas line is dangerous for anyone. This is the second time I've dealt with this problem. There is something seriously wrong with a fuel line being exposed so animals can chew through it. It means I may have to replace it every time a rodent decides to dine on the fuel line. Where can I park and feel safe my gas line won't be destroyed? Not to mention all the other dangers a leaking fuel line can cause. It makes no sense why Toyota would manufacture such a disaster on any car.

Filed Jul 7, 2020 · Fuel system · 32,000 miles · VA

On two occasions, a stationary vehicle was found to be leaking gasoline from a fuel line. Dates were approximately july, 2019 and may, 2020. The fuel line had apparent rodent (possible squirrel) bite marks. The car was driveable despite the leaking fuel line, but if the driver did not happen to notice the fuel spill under the car (photo attached), there could easily have been a fire other other issue during normal operations of the car. Repairs cost over $350 for each instance.

Filed Sep 10, 2018 · Fuel system · 20,500 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 toyota corolla. While driving 25 MPH, the contact noticed an abnormal odor of fuel inside the vehicle. The contact was flagged down by a resident who informed her that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The contact pulled into a fuel station and turned the vehicle off. When attempting to turn the vehicle back on, it failed to start. The vehicle was then towed to sheehy toyota of fredericksburg (3507 jefferson davis hwy, fredericksburg, va 22408, 540‑507‑0076) where it was diagnosed that the fuel lines were cut or bitten through. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 20,500.

Filed Mar 28, 2018 · Fuel system · 39,189 miles · PA

Leaking gas tank due to corrosion. Tank replaced at a cost of $1305.81.

Filed Aug 23, 2016 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · TN

I'm not certain regarding the specifics of the gas leak referenced in this article, but I am unable to fill my gas tank to full capacity as gas will leak from the tank because of pressure relief or overflow hose break at the top of the tank. I discovered this recently when attempting to fill up my tank. I have not noticed gas leaking while driving and am able to operate the vehicle with 3/4 tank of gas or less. I am wondering if this recall can be expanded. Thanks for your consideration to my information! Http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-06-29/toyota-recalls-more-than-4-million-cars-on-air-bags-fuel-tanks

Filed Jul 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · AL

The gas started to leak from top of the fuel tank when filling to maximum level. This failure appeared after 5 years usage of the new car. Driver who was not aware of this problem, caused mutch fuel leak to streets. This would have been dangerous for drivers who smoke.

Filed Sep 29, 2011 · Fuel system · HI

2005 toyota corolla. Consumer writes in regards to a possible fuel pressure regulator *tgw the consumer stated gas was leaking onto the engine. The fuel pressure regulator and rail had to be replaced.

Filed Sep 13, 2011 · Fuel system · 46,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota corolla. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the rear fuel line was fractured and leaking fuel. The contact was concerned because the fuel line was manufactured with plastic. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician stated that the fuel line would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 46,000.

Filed Sep 1, 2011 · Fuel system · 319,695 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven over a speed bump and the fuel tank impacted the pavement and cracked. As a result, there was a fuel leakage. The contact stated that the problem was that the fuel tank did not have a protective shield installed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 319,695.

Filed Aug 29, 2011 · Fuel system · 307,097 miles · RI

Tl* the contact owns a 1994 toyota corolla. The contact stated the heat shield was removed from the fuel tank and what was found underneath the heat shield was a bubble which was located on the outside of the fuel tank, which was where the gas leak was coming from. It appeared there was a defect in the fuel tank. If the fuel tank was damaged, t hen there would have been an inward dent in the tank, which was not the case. The failure mileage was 307,097. Updated 11/10/11*lj updated 06/13/12