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.

2,045
Complaints
403
Models Affected
39
Crashes
228
Fires
3
Deaths

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

2023 KIA SPORTAGE

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

2019 HONDA ODYSSEY

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

2023 INFINITI QX60

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

2018 SUBARU WRX

Started car up. Check engine light is on, cruise control flashing. Fuel tank level is flashing. Has gas but the meter is says it’s empty. Took it to a mechanic and they told me it is the fuel pump t

2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT

See attached document for complaint

2019 HONDA ACCORD

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

2023 JEEP WRANGLER

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.

2017 RAM 1500

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

2017 FORD FOCUS

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

2004 CADILLAC XLR

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

2018 LINCOLN MKC

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

2016 HONDA PILOT

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

2010 BUICK ENCLAVE

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,

2017 FORD FOCUS Fire

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

2017 HONDA CR-V

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

2012 LAND ROVER LR4

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

2017 FORD F-350

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

2015 DODGE DURANGO

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

2018 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

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

2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve fuel system, gasoline:delivery issues?
The NHTSA has received 2,045 complaints about fuel system, gasoline:delivery problems across 403 vehicle models from 41 manufacturers.
How dangerous are fuel system, gasoline:delivery defects?
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY issues have been linked to 39 crashes, 228 fires, 54 injuries, and 3 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most fuel system, gasoline:delivery problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for fuel system, gasoline:delivery issues is the FORD FOCUS with 63 complaints.
Where does PlainCars get its safety data?
All vehicle safety data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database, which collects reports from vehicle owners about safety-related defects.

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.

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