Four problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Fuel rail on 2002 wrx is leaking heavily on the engine. This is a high fire hazard as well as noxious for passengers in the car as it smells heavily of fuel. Since I live in washington state Subaru of America has not honored the recall they've put in other states for this exact issue. Subaru has denied warranty repair due to the extended warranty expiring for this issue in 2013. I was never notified of this issue. I am the original owner of this car and have taken it in for every other recall issue that I've been notified of. This is reckless and dangerous. The local repair shop has said they don't think it is correct to charge me for labor and parts that should be covered under warranty by Subaru and have directed me to the dealership. The dealership asked me to get authorization from Subaru, which was denied. This is a safety issue that should be covered under warranty for the life of the car. It is a bone stock car with no aftermarkets parts or enhancements.
Only in cold temperatures there is a smell of fumes. Gas vapors are coming from the engine into the vehicle. No recalls found.
Vehicle: Subaru Impreza Wrx 2002. Fuel smell noticeable in engine compartment and passenger cabin in cold weather. Smell most noticeable in passenger cabin when vents are open to outside air and heater/fan is on. Smell became noticeable in December and has persisted. It is currently February 16th as I file this report.
There is a puddle of gas that forms on top of the engine in extremely cold weather. Consumer can smell gas fumes in the vehicle.