2002 Toyota Tundra: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Jun 19, 2019 · Body · 174,000 miles · OH

The chassis of the truck is very damaged by rust, in some parts it even has holes, so I do not know if it is very safe to handle it. I bought it at a car dealer a few weeks ago, I thought it was just a bit of rust ... But when I checked it out better I now find that the rust really harms the structure, another problem ... It gives off a strong smell of gasoline. ..

Filed Dec 28, 2010 · Fuel system · 42,500 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns 2002 toyota tundra. The contact was traveling 30 MPH when he began to smell gasoline fumes in the interior of the vehicle. The contact further inspected the vehicle and found that the fuel line was dry rotten. The leak had caused gasoline to leak onto the manifold and all over the rear of the vehicle. The contact was concerned of a potential fire hazard. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The failure and current mileage was 42,500.

Filed May 9, 2010 · Fuel system · 58,000 miles · NY

Top of gas tank rusted out and whole had to be replaced in 2009 on my 2002 toyota tundra. Cost about $700.00. Problem was noticed by strong smell of gas after fill up of tank.

Filed Apr 9, 2010 · Body, Fuel system · 48,000 miles · MA

I have a 2002 toyota tundra that is leaking gas. Initially I noticed a fuel smell when I walked by the truck which progressed to seeing fuel on the ground. If I put too much gas in the truck, over 1/2 tank, you can see the fuel leaking through the 4x4 fuel tank protective cover. I had the truck put on a lift and was told that fuel was leaking from the seam of the tank. I recently took my truck to toyota in response to the recall re:excessive frame rust and my truck passed that inspection. I have less than 51,000 miles on this truck and I am afraid to drive it on the highway. I have lived in ma for 22 years and have never had a fuel tank problem. On 04/06/10 I took my truck to a required yearly inspection. My check engine light was on and the garage told me that my vehicle had failed the emissions test. I have been following other owners reports online and have noticed that more people are reporting leaking fuel tanks. Extensive research indicates that aftermarket gas tanks are not available for this model/year so I must have toyota either do the work, or minimally, get the part from them. Based on their recent reputation, I am not thrilled about taking my truck back to them. I have 60 days from the failure date to get it repaired and reinspected to avoid losing my registration! I need this truck to be safe for me and all the other drivers that I encounter. Can you please look into this safety concern?

Filed Feb 4, 2010 · Body, Fuel system · 89,000 miles · RI

My 2002 toyota tundra truck is not drivable at this time. The truck was brought to toyota dealership after a local mechanic found fluid leaking from rear differential due to rust/rot. During the dealers inspection, they also noted a gas smell and suspect that the gas tank or gas lines are leaking also. The dealer did a frame inspection and while the whole frame is excessively rusted, the frame passed the recall test because it had not been perforated yet. The dealer did not want to even remove the differential plug because the whole unit was so rusty. I have been under the truck and personally seen the excessive rust on the frame, fuel system, and suspension components. Amazingly, the body panels have little or no rust and in very good condition. During previous dealer visits we were verbally told that the rust was normal. The repair estimate for gas tank/lines and new differential housing, etc. Was approximately $7000. I purchased this truck new and have always done all required maintenance and was planning on having the truck for a long time. It currently has 89,101 miles on it. The excessive rust is not normal and I feel that the frame and some associated components are defective. I feel that due to the nature of these defects that the vehicle is unsafe to drive and I'm guessing that it would be difficult to sell and if I did, it would be at a greatly reduced value. I purchased a toyota truck because of their reputation for building long lasting, high quality vehicles. I feel that in light of these defects that they misrepresented their product.