Glossary / General

fuel leak

6 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A fuel leak is when gasoline drips or spills from the car's tank or lines. It can be dangerous and waste gas.

Technical Definition

A fuel leak is a breach in the fuel system that allows gasoline to escape, posing safety hazards and reducing vehicle performance.

Hear It Discussed

"...a fuel leak is developed in one of the vehicles. And they're worried about it. And so rather than try to stop the fuel leak, there's a race going on..."
The Ugliest Supercar Ever, Best License Plates Designs, and a Big Automotive Regret! THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! 26:35

"I'm not so worried about the shutter. First. First, I want to make sure does the vehicle have a fuel leak, because sitting in a traffic light and somebody gets energetic with a cigarette, kaboom,"
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - April 4, 2026 - Hour 2 - Weekend Warriors Ron Ananian The Car Doctor 20:29

"And about two hours before the Grand Prix, they had a fuel leak. And they didn't have a fuel kit for it."
Kenny Smith | Part 1 - a good bet & waking up with silver feet! Rusty's Garage 13:46