NHTSA Complaint #11688127 — 2012 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER EVOQUE

The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed fuel on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that occasionally, there were unknown warning lights that illuminated on and off. The contact noticed a strong fuel odor outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a cracked fuel cap housing. The contact was informed that the fuel cap housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised that the repair was not covered under the recall or special program. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.