I was driving my car around the other day and had a 1/4 tank of gas, put 5 gallons in, to where there was 1/2 tank, next thing I know, 3 miles later im at 1/4 tank

Then after driving a bit today, I went to the gas station with a 1/4 tank, out in 8 gallons, and gas started pouring out of the car, Its right in between the passenger side rear wheel, and edge of the door. Problably leaked out the amount of a soda can. I dont really want to drive the car anywhere and I have no idea how to get it on a tow truck. Im kinda stuck. Any ideas anyone??

 

check the fuel pump. possibly the oring went bad. its behind the passenger seat.

 

something like this happened to me once about a year ago, but only when full or near full would it leak in that exact same place


later the issue was fixed in the pump assembly

 

I had the same problem at one time, the fuel pump o-ring was bad and the assembly was cracked.

 

I just checked the fuel pump assembly and it doesnt smell like gas or anything... Wasnt there something about a recall with the filler neck or smething related??

 

Maybe it could be this recall from Nissan. What year is your 350Z?

This is a recall Nissan did for the 2003-2004 models a while back ago.

2003-2004 NISSAN 350Z; VOLUNTARY RECALL CAMPAIGN FUEL HOSES
Nissan has determined that some 2003 - 2004 model year Nissan 350Z vehicles may have a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety. There is the possibility that the fuel filler hose may crack and result in fuel leakage from the hose while refueling. If an ignition source is present, a fire could occur. In addition, fuel vapor hoses may crack and cause the malfunction indicator lamp to come on. To prevent this condition from occurring, Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign to replace the fuel filler and vapor hoses with new ones.

 

its an 03, that sounds like its the problem. I will probably call tomorrow. I gotta figure put how the hell to get it there tho...

 

Tow truck if, your insurance pays for it and use a flat bed only. I wouldn't want to drive my car if it was leaking gas. Thank god your car didn't blow up or catch on fire when you were driving it. The work should be done free of charge from the dealer.

 

I have a 2003 and even though I didn't have any leaks, I had it replaced anyway. It was supposed to be replaced free of charge but since I had aftermarket exhaust(Injen) they hit me up for 100 bucks since they said they had to work around my exhaust....

 

yeah there was a recall for the fuel fill hoses. go to a dealer asap

 

If it is the fuel filler hose recall have Nissan dealership pay for the tow since its an extreme safety issue to drive it...cheaper for them to tow it than have a lawsuit against them if the car blows up.....

 

good question but not sure. i think the problem is only when filling the car up so prob wont catch on fire but like you said whos willing to take that chance

 

Yea it was holding a 1/4 tank no problem, but really anything over that it leaks bad. I dont think I can get a the car on a flat bed tho, its too low. but what can i do??

 

that sucks jordan, i had to have mine replaced on my 03 too...

 

where is it leaking from? If it's coming from the front it's not the filler neck

 

its coming from the rear pass. side

 

Take someone with to the gas station. Have them put gas in slow and you lay down and look under the car. It prob is the filler neck. @ least you get it fixed for free.

Do you have a fuel system? Is your fuel system modded in any way?

 

Do you have a stock fuel pump?

 

No walbro 255. Is it safe to drive to the stealership?? Ive been driving it for the last 2 days fine...


JT I tried calling you earlier, give me a ring if you get a chance.

 

Well, if it is the neck then it will be fine to drive to the dealership.