Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The fuel filler hose in your vehicle is a part that connects the gas pump to your tank. In some 2006 models, this hose might crack while you're refueling, causing fuel to leak out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose cracks and leaks fuel, and there's a spark nearby, it could catch fire, causing serious damage or injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty fuel filler hose with a new one, free of charge. You'll receive a notice with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER HOSE MAY CRACK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE HOSE WHILE REFUELING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER HOSE. RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006, FOR NISSAN OWNERS, AND ON MARCH 13, 2006, FOR INFINITI OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
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