Two problems related to gasoline fuel system have been reported for the 2004 Subaru Outback. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
2004 Subaru Outback: strong fuel odor inside vehicle that, according to Subaru dealer, is caused by leakage of fuel under the hood. The dealer rep. Further explained the leak is caused by expansion/contraction of tubing during cold weather. They also stated this is a common occurrence (it has occurred twice in my vehicle) and on the day I had my vehicle repaired (December 2009) they had already seen about 6 vehicles for the same problem. This situation poses and extreme risk of fire and a health hazard for occupants of the vehicle. A recall is needed, now.
Gas (fuel) smell (fumes) in cabin when starting car in cold weather. . Read more...
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