2004 Corolla LE engine light on

[kimo@mac.com]

Hi,

The engine light recently came on in my 2004 Corolla. I've got 38000 miles and it's just over 3 years old, so I'm barely out of warranty. Anyway, I took it to the toyota dealer where I bought the car and they told me the gas tank filler neck has rusted and there's a hole in it. The repair will cost $350 since it's out of warranty.

Has anyone else had problems with the filler neck rusting on their corollas? I'm a bit surprised since the car isn't very old. But I have been smelling gas near the driver's side rear door after I stop the car so the diagnosis seems plausible.

Thanks.