Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V172002 | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 04/01/1992 to 10/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 4900 | 12/11/1992 | MFR | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 12/02/1992 | 12/21/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Fuel filler hoses may have been cut prior to installation by a utility knife used to open the shipping box. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage can result if the cut extended through thethickness of the hose wall. leaking fuel can result in a fire if exposedto a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the fuel filler hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel system.vehicle description: passenger vans. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 00V419001 | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 04/01/1992 to 06/30/1997 | V (Vehicle) | 268229 | 02/16/2001 | ODI | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 12/15/2000 | 12/18/2000 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: minivans. the fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. cracks have developed in the vent hose. if (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the vent hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began february 16, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| NTB95019 | 02/01/1995 | 39331 | Fuel odor when driving on hot days. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| NTB99029 | 05/01/1999 | 604996 | Concerns with fuel pump whining noise. *tt | 05/21/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 03/01/2007 | 200000 | 2 | 03/01/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan quest. the contact stated that the vehicle burned a lot of fuel. the mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that there are no leaks. in addition, the contact heard a scraping noise when make a left or right turn. the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. the current mileage was 200,050 and failure mileage was 200,00. updated 04/08/08. *lj the seat belts did would not go up or down and there was a problem with the upper and lower ball joints. the consumer also stated the vehicle cuts off. updated | |||
| 10/10/2000 | 4 | ||
| Ongoing problem with engine stalling while traveling vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on three occasions, and problem cannot be duplicated or corrected. this problem has caused an accident. *ak fuel pump was replaced and dealer stated an exhaust leak causing carbon build up in o2 sensors were causing stalling, however after repairs vehicle still stalls. consumer can smell a gas odor outside vehicle. transmission leaks, dealer found pan had a hole, dealer replaced pan and gasket. *slc | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 07/25/2002 | |||
| Gas and brake lines are located where they are exposed and can be easily corroded,causing vehicle to leak fuel. this can result in a fire.*ak | |||
| 05/01/1993 | |||
| Mercury villager (same engine) recalled for fuel line *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 03/01/2000 | 1 | ||
| Fuel filler vent leak .nar 1/21/03. the customer requested reimbursement. *jb | |||
| Vehicle has a defective fuel hose. when consumer fills up gas tank the gas ruins through the car onto the ground. dealer ship was notified. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 11/05/2007 | 200000 | 1 | 09/23/2002 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan quest. after parking the vehicle, the contact noticed smoke coming from the vent on the outside of the vehicle. after a couple of minutes, the smoke cleared. she turned the key in the ignition and flames appeared under the glove compartment. the fire and police departments arrived at the scene and a fire report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the dealer stated that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign id number 00v419001 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly); however, the contact never received a recall notice. the current and failure mileages were 200,000. | |||
| 06/21/2002 | 06/01/2096 | ||
| Gas tank developed leaks. strong fumes were apparent. the leaks developed on top of the tank.*ak | |||
| 08/16/2000 | 1 | ||
| Prior to reall notice, consumer experienced problems with the fuel hose and it was replaced, consumer is now requesting reimbursement.*jb | |||
| 02/01/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1993 | |
| Consumer had vehicle at dealer to get recall repairs done for a fuel vent hose, but it was other vent hose that had the problem. dealer changed hose, but at owner's cost.*ak 00v419001 was recall number, consumer states failed part was spreading strong gas fumes. *slc | |||
| 04/01/1999 | 1 | ||
| Fuel filling line leaks when placing fuel in tank. *et | |||
| 10/01/1998 | 07/01/1993 | ||
| Fuel smell and leakage when tank overfilled. *ak | |||
| 11/21/1998 | |||
| There is a hole along the gas tank, causing a leakage. when getting into the vehicle and driving the consumer can smell fumes. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||
| After filling gas tank up with gas, fuel started leaking from the fuel filler tube hose. owner was informed that vehicle was not included with recall # 92v172002 for fuel filler hose. please provide any details. *ak | |||