2001 530i gas leak

[fojekl]

Hi,
I have a recent problem with a 2001 BMW 530i. The Service Engine light came on about two weeks ago and gave the error code P0455 Large Evaporative Emissions Leak. I also noticed the last time I filled the car up with gas there was actually gasoline leaking from the right hand underside (gas filler side) of the car. The leak continued and then quit, but I did notice the strong smell of gas when I checked the car again after getting home.
Are there any seals that could leak or maybe the filler fuel line has cracked? With 3/4 of the tank full it appears the leak has stopped to I suspect it may be the line from the tank to the full filler that has a crack??

I plan to run the car empty before attempting to get underneath it to check the lines.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks...
Kevin

[lacanadio]

I've got the same problem. Pulled the RR wheel and the inside cover, filled the tank. I see gas all over the top of the tank, with none above the filler neck. Kevin, have you diagnosed yours? I'm afraid I'm looking at a new tank, unless there's a fix for this that doesn't involve that.

Thanks,
Bob

[Steve530]

Do you think it might be the hose from the filler neck to the gas tank?