{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11681878,"manufacturer":"Subaru of America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"07/29/2025","dateComplaintFiled":"08/20/2025","vin":"JF1VA2N69J9","components":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","summary":"Shortly after purchase (within 1 month), a strong raw gasoline vapor odor began entering the passenger cabin, strongest near the driver\u2019s side rear seat and rear wheel well area. The odor intensifies at idle and after short periods of driving, filling the interior cabin with fuel fumes. The smell is so strong that it causes dizziness and headaches when operating the vehicle.  This is not an isolated occurrence \u2014 Subaru\u2019s own service technicians were able to replicate the issue and confirmed the smell, but reported that smoke and pressure testing showed \u201cno leaks.\u201d Despite replacing the evaporative canister, purge valve, and fuel check valve, the problem persists. The dealership has admitted they cannot determine the source of the vapors.  Safety Concern: This condition presents a serious safety hazard because: \u2022Fuel vapors are toxic and pose an immediate health risk to occupants breathing them inside a closed cabin. \u2022Gasoline vapors are highly flammable, creating a potential fire/explosion risk if vapors accumulate near ignition sources. \u2022Subaru has suggested the condition is \u201cnormal under certain circumstances\u201d and advised me to alter my driving habits (avoid idling, use engine braking). This is not an acceptable or safe resolution.  Attempts to Remedy: \u2022Vehicle has been at the Subaru dealership for over two weeks. \u2022Multiple components in the evaporative emission system were replaced (canister, check valve, purge vent). \u2022Subaru engineers have been contacted but no permanent fix has been provided. \u2022Dealership admitted another customer reported a similar issue in a newer model, but stated it was \u201cnormal.\u201d  Summary: This is not normal vehicle operation. A car cabin filling with raw fuel vapor represents a defect affecting safety. Subaru has failed to remedy the issue despite multiple repair attempts, and is minimizing it rather than acknowledging it as a defect.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2018","productMake":"SUBARU","productModel":"WRX","manufacturer":"Subaru of America, Inc."}]}]}