Why Does the Car Smell Like Gasoline?

[Alan]

Car smelling like gasoline may be due to overfilling the fuel tank, leakage in the fuel line, or aging of the rubber hoses in the gasoline vapor canister. Owners should avoid filling the tank to the brim as overflow can damage the canister. If there's a fuel line leak, the gasoline odor may enter the car through the air conditioning system. Leaks typically occur at the joints between pipes, which can be inspected by opening the engine hood. If there's a leak, dust will accumulate over time, forming a greasy residue. Some owners replace or disassemble the fuel pump, and the gasoline smell inside the car might result from not cleaning up residues after the procedure. Generally, fuel pump disassembly is only necessary during replacement or related repairs.