Three problems related to fuel injector have been reported for the 2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Problem my 2002 Subaru Impreza Wrx wagon with VIN currently has 89,000 miles. I started getting a strong smell of fuel through the vents in November when the temperature started coming down. Looking under the hood, I found no apparent leaks but the smell was strong. Looking online for solutions, I came across numerous forums addressing this issue. . Read more...
Subaru has recognized the issue but has not issued a recall. Subaru service bulletin # 09-36-03 date 04-01-03 fuel smell / leak when outside temp goes below ~14 degrees fahrenheit. Fuel leak is from fuel lines supplying fuel to the passenger side injectors, leak is on top of engine. I have this leak below 40degrees. I have not contacted Subaru yet but this is for all the other people that have this problem.
Strong gasoline smell on cold startup in Subaru 2002 wrx.