Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
5,941 NHTSA complaints about fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly issues across 49 makes and 612 models.
The fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 5,941 filings from 49 manufacturers and 612 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 93 crashes, 219 fires, 130 injuries, and 41 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the FORD F-150 with 341 filings, followed by JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE and FORD ESCORT. 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 F-150 | 341 |
| 2 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 193 |
| 3 | FORD ESCORT | 189 |
| 4 | DODGE CARAVAN | 166 |
| 5 | FORD WINDSTAR | 138 |
| 6 | FORD AEROSTAR | 118 |
| 7 | DODGE GRAND CARAVAN | 114 |
| 8 | DODGE DURANGO | 106 |
| 9 | CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY | 102 |
| 10 | JEEP CHEROKEE | 91 |
| 11 | JEEP WRANGLER | 90 |
| 12 | CHEVROLET S10 | 86 |
| 13 | PLYMOUTH VOYAGER | 79 |
| 14 | PLYMOUTH GRAND VOYAGER | 77 |
| 15 | MERCURY VILLAGER | 74 |
| 16 | FORD TAURUS | 74 |
| 17 | FORD CONTOUR | 73 |
| 18 | CHEVROLET BLAZER | 73 |
| 19 | FORD F150 | 69 |
| 20 | KIA SPORTAGE | 64 |
| 21 | FORD F-250 | 63 |
| 22 | FORD RANGER | 59 |
| 23 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 55 |
| 24 | FORD CROWN VICTORIA | 54 |
| 25 | AUDI A6 | 53 |
| 26 | CADILLAC DEVILLE | 51 |
| 27 | MERCURY TRACER | 50 |
| 28 | HONDA ACCORD | 50 |
| 29 | FORD FOCUS | 50 |
| 30 | VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT | 49 |
Recent Complaints
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Took vehicle to Mechanic Shop as I kept smelling gas . Especially when I fill my tank with gas. At first I thought it was incidental but the smell was confirmed as the mechanic checked my car he dis
The contact owns a 2022 Kia K5. The contact stated that while driving at 43 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormally loud booming sound. The contact's daughter, who was occupying a rear seat, screamed out
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the fuel gauge provided incorrect information and indicated that there was no fuel in the fuel tank.
the differential skid plate was manufactured in a way that one of the brackets make contact with the fuel tank of the truck. It rubs and compromises the integrity of the tank. Possibly leading to a pu
The contact owns a 2022 Kia K5. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered and hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light
The contact owns a 2006 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact was relating the failure to NHTSA Campaign Num
The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated while driving in a parking lot, she was informed that there was a metal part hanging underneath the rear subframe of the vehicle. The contact
The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the fuel tank had detached from the vehicle and was left hanging approximately 6 inches from the ground. The contact had taken the vehicle to
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed that the EVAP system was leaking an
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Yukon Denali. The contact stated that the fuel tank was leaking fuel. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. T
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 2 MPH and coming to a stop at a traffic sign, he heard a loud scraping noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact pulled
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivabl
The contact owns a 2008 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, he smelled a strong gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that others had also informed him
The contact owns a 2004 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, he heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle and started to smell fuel in the vehicle. The contact state
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the fuel tank was warped. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer
The contactâs granddaughter owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon exiting the vehicle, his granddaughter noticed a strong gasoline odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechani
The contact owns a 2012 Fiat 500. The contact stated that she was having difficulties refueling the vehicle as the gas pump would constantly stop pumping gas though the tank was not full. The vehicle
The contact owns a 2006 Cadillac STS. The contact stated while inspecting the vehicle, he noticed fuel dripping from the fuel tank. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated the EVAP canister error was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the filler neck going into the fu
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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.