Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
2,045 NHTSA complaints about fuel system, gasoline:delivery issues across 41 makes and 403 models.
The fuel system, gasoline:delivery is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 2,045 filings from 41 manufacturers and 403 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 39 crashes, 228 fires, 54 injuries, and 3 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the FORD FOCUS with 63 filings, followed by DODGE INTREPID and JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FORD FOCUS | 63 |
| 2 | DODGE INTREPID | 50 |
| 3 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 46 |
| 4 | BUICK LESABRE | 44 |
| 5 | FORD F-150 | 39 |
| 6 | DODGE RAM | 35 |
| 7 | VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 33 |
| 8 | DODGE CARAVAN | 33 |
| 9 | DODGE GRAND CARAVAN | 32 |
| 10 | FORD TAURUS | 31 |
| 11 | VOLKSWAGEN EUROVAN | 30 |
| 12 | PONTIAC BONNEVILLE | 27 |
| 13 | MERCURY VILLAGER | 26 |
| 14 | PLYMOUTH VOYAGER | 25 |
| 15 | OLDSMOBILE 88 | 24 |
| 16 | FORD EXPLORER | 24 |
| 17 | DODGE DAKOTA | 23 |
| 18 | CHEVROLET BLAZER | 23 |
| 19 | FORD RANGER | 22 |
| 20 | OLDSMOBILE AURORA | 21 |
| 21 | FORD ESCORT | 21 |
| 22 | CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 20 |
| 23 | NISSAN MAXIMA | 19 |
| 24 | FORD MUSTANG | 19 |
| 25 | MERCURY COUGAR | 18 |
| 26 | JEEP WRANGLER | 18 |
| 27 | JEEP CHEROKEE | 18 |
| 28 | CHRYSLER CONCORDE | 18 |
| 29 | FORD CROWN VICTORIA | 17 |
| 30 | CHRYSLER PT CRUISER | 17 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated and failed to properly accelerate before the vehicle stalled. The
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Th
The contact owns a 2023 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, the message to "Pull Over Safely" was displayed and the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to re
Started car up. Check engine light is on, cruise control flashing. Fuel tank level is flashing. Has gas but the meter is says itâs empty. Took it to a mechanic and they told me it is the fuel pump t
See attached document for complaint
2019 Honda Accord Sport 1.5T and 2.0T oil dilution issues. Fuel leaks in to the oil system and anytime the oil is changed it smells like gasoline. I have to change the oil every 3k to 5k miles in orde
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the message "Battery Charge, Switch to Park" displayed and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled.
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel, the fuel nozzle would continuously shut off prematurely. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed t
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle would not properly accelerate while depressing
The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac XLR. The contact stated there were strong fumes coming from the vehicle. The contact parked his vehicle in the garage and then leave it partially cracked due to the fu
The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle would not immediately start. The driver had to turn the ignition key and depress the accelerator pedal simulta
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the Auto START/STOP fuel-saving feature malfunctioned and the vehicle would not immediately restart after lift
The contact owns a 2010 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, there was a knocking noise coming from the vehicle prior to starting the engine. After starting the vehicle,
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus ST. The contact stated that when he proceeded to start his vehicle, the vehicle would not start. The contact stated that he then had his vehicle towed to an indepen
The contact's mother owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, there was a strong fuel and oil odor coming from the vehicle. Upon opening the hood to inspe
The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the odor of fuel was present in the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The failure mostly occurred while driving up an incline. During
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine was misfiring. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle began to sputter with the traction control and check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was tak
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportswagen. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, it was discovered that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.