Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The fuel tank in your vehicle is a big container that holds the gasoline. However, its location makes it vulnerable to damage from objects on the road.
Risk if Unfixed
If a sharp object on the road punctures your fuel tank, it could catch fire, which could cause serious damage to your vehicle and potentially harm you.
Free Fix
Your dealer will install protective shields in front of the fuel tank to prevent damage from road debris, and this repair is completely free.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO THE LOCATION OF THE FORWARD EDGE OF THE FUEL TANK, IN THE EVENT THAT A VEHICLE FRONT TIRE RUNS OVER A SMALL, SHARP OBJECT IN THE ROAD, CATCHES IT AND PROPELS IT TOWARDS THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, IT MAY STRIKE AND PUNCTURE THE FUEL TANK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A PUNCTURED TANK COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTORS IN FRONT OF THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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