general problems of the 2003 Subaru Impreza

My 2003 Subaru Impreza wrx has a very strong fuel odor that is coming into the cabin when I start my car up on cold days. It's been unusually cold here in washington state this winter with temperatures in seattle dipping well below freezing. I see that there is a recall for this exact problem for my exact car (https://static. Nhtsa. Gov/odi/rcl/2009/rconl-09v468-4248. Pdf). But when I called the dealer (michael's bellevue Subaru), and then subsequently called Subaru (1-800-subaru3), they told me that they will not fix this issue, since this recall does not apply to my state (washington). I think that's not right. It is the exact same problem of cold weather causing this fuel line to leak, and they should honor this recall.

I noticed fresh smell of gasoline everytime I start the car. I look at the fuel line and its sipping fuel.

Subaru of America recall wvk-21 occured while driving at operating temperature, causing smoke to rise from engine bay. Subaru of America refused to fix the issue as my VIN did not come up in their system with the recall.

Tl the contact owns a 2003 Subaru Impreza. The contact smelled fuel inside and outside the engine bay. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v468000 (fuel system, gasoline). Kearny mesa Subaru (4797 convoy st, san diego, CA 92111, (858) 278-7100) was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact to call NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 159,800.

Fuel line leaking gas in cold weather. I really don't think it's safe to drive with quite a bit of gas leaking all over the right side of the engine that gets very hot and could cause a fire.

Extremely strong smell of gasoline in cabin in cold weather (below 32 degrees f. ).

It has recently been extremely cold in chicago and upon initial startup of the vehicle there is a strong smell of gasoline inside the cabin. The smell does not go away until the car is completely warmed up. I noticed that there has been a recall for this type of problem. It was Subaru recall no. Wvk-21. I believe my car should fall under this recall. I called Subaru customer service and they told me that my car did not fall under this recall campaign. But the problems I've been having fit the description of the recall campaign.

Tl - the contact owns a 2003 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted in and around the vehicle. The contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that there was a fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician confirmed the failure. As a result, some of the fuel lines needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 160,000. Rk.

Only on cold days I smell fuel while driving, upon investagation I found that the little rubber lines under the intake were leaking fuel on to the top of the engine. I called Subaru and they said the they know about the problem but my car is not in the recall becauase I don;t live in the affected states so if I move to newyork or michigan I would be covered well I like ohio so if this could get expanded that would be great.

Outside air temperature was moderate(75f), but engine was cold. Upon engine start strong smell of gasoline in cabin and in engine bay around the passenger side intake manifold.

The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving approximately 1 mph after accelerating from a complete stop, a strong odor of fuel was smelled inside the vehicle. There was no visible sign of a leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel line and clamps were replaced. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 09v468000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 61,000.

Following initial startup in cold weather, fuel leak occurs in engine compartment. Leak causes gasoline odor in vehicle cabin and poses fire hazard. Once engine is warm, after a few minutes, leak and odor dissipate. Initial occurrence was in 2008 at high altitude. Problem did not resurface in southern California where night time temperatures are now low enough for issue to manifest. Since relocating to san joaquin valley, where overnight temperatures are significantly lower, problem occurs on every morning start in cold weather.

The contact owns a 2003 Subaru Impreza. As soon as the vehicle is started in the mornings, a fuel leak occurs. The metal fuel rail will shrink if the temperature reaches below 30 degrees. The contact referenced TSB number 09-3603. The manufacturer advised him to take his vehicle to the dealer for repairs. The failure mileage was 140,000.