Fuel Delivery Problems of Subaru Outback

This is a 2007 Outback 2. 5i pzev with 5-speed manual transmission. When accelerating from a stop, the engine will bog down unless the engine is revved high prior to releasing the clutch. When it bogs down, the result is very slow acceleration. This is especially dangerous when turning left in traffic. To get the car out of this mode, the clutch need to be pushed in again and the engine revved to a higher rpm. Once the clutch is released, the car lunges forward and accelerates quickly. There seems to be no way to accelerate smoothly and quickly. This problem only occurs when using gasoline with 10% ethanol and is much worse with mobil regular gas.

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The contact owns a 2001 Subaru Outback. While driving approximately 30 mph on normal road conditions, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel coming from the vehicle. The odor was only noticed in 25 degree weather and below. The vehicle will be taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and repairs. The cause of the failure has not been determined. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 151,000.

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