2005 nissan frontier. Consumer writes in regards to fuel sending unit problem. *smd the consumer stated the fuel sending unit should be replaced by nissan, regardless of what month the vehicle was manufactured. The consumer stated it was obvious the same part was used on vehicles throughout the entire manufacturing process. According to the invoice, the fuel gauge would not read full.
2005 Nissan Frontier fuel system complaints
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#1recently I noticed that my fuel gauge has been unreliable. It will show the actual fuel amount, then it will show that there is no fuel in the tank just a few moments later. Sometimes this issue lasts for a week where it shows the fuel tank to be empty while it is full. Also there is a check engine light that accompanies. #2 I live in alaska and require the defroster vent to work in the winter. This winter starting in december I noticed that air will not blow out of the defroster vent below the windshield. I have tried numerous selections on the dial/controls without resolve. It also makes a "bubbling and clicking sound" that to me sounds mechanical in the dashboard, when the vent is trying to change from the floor vent, to the head vents, and then up to the windshield vent.
Driving along at 65 miles per hour seemed like transmission went into neutral and engine revved up. Rolled to side of road. Truck would no longer move. Had truck towed to garage where they informed me that the transmission had coolant in it and had wiped it out. To replace trans and radiator was 5300 dollars.
Fuel gauge readings inaccurate. Gauge reads that there is approximately 1/4 tank of fuel when in fact the tank is close to or completely empty.
Driving on highway around 9 pm at 65 MPH. The engine stopped I was able to pull off the highway and come to a safe stop. I had run out of fuel ,the fuel gauge indicated 1/8 tank of fuel left. The check engine light came on. I got fuel and drove it home. Hooked the truck to a scanner code p0463 fuel level sensor circuit high input. I believe there is a recall for this same problem on other nissan vehicles. The dealer told me my truck was not covered by that recall. Can you tell me if my truck is covered under any other recalls for this problem? Thank you .
My nissan frontier truck's "check engine soon" light appeared. The warning was dtc p0463 (fuel level sensor circuit high input) . It corresponds with nissan's technical bulletin el07-027b, reference ntb07-069b. After filling the tank, the fuel guage took approximately 20 minutes to register full. Now my fuel gauge does not work at all- it simply displays zero fuel present in the tank. I've already ran out of fuel once this week, on the highway.this problem is caused by the deterioration of the unit based on use and not time.
My nissan frontier truck's "check engine soon" light appeared. The warning was dtc p0463. It corresponds with nissan's technical bulletin el07-027b, reference ntb07-069b. Nissan extended the warranty to 9/24/11 and 72,000 miles or less. My vehicle's mileage is at 32,500 miles. Nissan recognized that it had a problem with the fuel level sending unit. They even extended the warranty for it. Unfortunately, I don't drive this vehicle much. I checked on the internet. Many of the problems appeared at the 30,000 mile mark. My fuel gauge is erratic and does not show an accurate level of fuel. This problem is caused by the deterioration of the unit based on use and not time; therefore, I believe they should either recall this part or extend the warranty with either the time or mileage or unlimited. I am afraid that my fuel will run out without any warning and cause a major accident on the freeway. I am very frustrated with nissan. They don't take ownership over their problems. I personally will not purchase a nissan vehicle again.
They know about this fuel pump bad ,pay about $600.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. The contact stated that fuel level sensor failed and would not read when the fuel tank was full or empty. The failure was experienced several times and caused the vehicle to stall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 131,000.
Passing other vehicle on I-45 towards downtown at approximately 70 MPH the engine experienced intermittent stalling. I was in danger to crash others with problems to get our of the high speed lines. At that moment the engine totally stalled ,. Finally I was able to reach the extreme right line and pull out waiting for a complete stop. I tried to restart the engine but no help. I did not believe it but wanted be sure that no lack of fuel was the origin because I already had the problem with fuel sending unit problem which do not work properly to accurately show how much fuel is on the fuel tank. I got some extra fuel. We returned and poured the 1 gallon can , then I tried to star the engine. It cranked but no starting. I called my insurance requesting towing service . I tried two more times and after that the engine started roughly and hesitating. After 2 minutes and stabilized I decided to continue. I called my insurance company to cancel the towing service . Decided to continue on I-45 but on the extreme right hand side line. I arrived home with no other issues and after parking on my driveway, shut down the engine, then I tried to restart it but nothing . Only cranking good but no starting at all. Finally after some like 10 seconds of cranking, the engine hesitated but started. I took it to autozone , they scanned it and gave me the codes p043 for the failed fuel sendin unit ( fuel level sensor ) and the code p0335 which is problem with the circuit or signal or sensor crankshaft. I made search to find it and today, sunday 29, after several hours, finally removed and replaced it. After this the truck starts very good as usually before the stalling experiences. Cost was some like 23 dollar but the risk in what I was and exposing others has no price. Is necessary to have a crash or fatal results for you to consider this a recall to protect others?
My 2005 nissan frontier le 4x4 recorded a p0463 (fuel level sensor circuit high input) earlier this week. It cleared came back once, and now is constant. After filling the tank, the fuel gauge took approximately 20 minutes to register full. Now my fuel gauge does not work at all- it simply displays zero fuel present in the tank. I've already ran out of fuel once this week, on the highway. I've contacted a local nissan dealership, apparently nissan has a recall (or tsb?) for certain nissan frontiers- however my particular vehicle has 133,000 miles and is thus not eligible. Can you please assist?
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, he noticed that the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the fuel gauge sending unit would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
Driving home from post office in august 2010 truck would not exceed 35 MPH and started to shake intensely. I got it towed to the dealer who diagnosed $9500 to fix, I was over mileage by about 1500 miles so all out of pocket. I parked it immediately due to lack of funds, much due to a $565 payment for a $30k new truck for 5plus years. Nissan north america denied me any assistance, and was actually more rude than the have the least bit of empathy while I was told I did reach the top person who was the final say. Many months passed and I replaced the radiator and other things, so it appeared as I saved the trans from harm by parking it but now at 98000 miles the service engine light is on coding an at brake issue while the tranny is getting jumpy and sluggish again. Quick search returns a big expense and cross contamination most likely did occur and can end up costing me well over $40000 in the long run for a midsize truck that I have owned and took good care of since new and I cant even get rid of it now except for losing even more money...very unhappy as an owner of 4 nissans in my time I really expected a quality product, now I worry about when it could go, as I was recently laid off I don't have the money for repairs or another car.
Fuel sensor & gauge malfunctioned; nissan acknowledged the defective part, but will not replace. They doubled the warranty of the part, but I fall outside the "years owned" guidelines. Nonetheless, I feel nissan should repair the item for free since it's been determined to be a faulty part on many vehicles and could be a safety issue.
I brought my truck into the nissan dealer after transmission problems. Nissan acknowledged that there is a known defect with the 2005 frontier that causes cross contamination between the radiator and transmission. Despite only being 6k over the 80k free repair, I had to pay $2500 out of pocket for deductible. This seems unreasonable as it is a known defect affecting 2005-2009 frontiers and xterras.
The vehicle shut off on the hwy. This happened twice on different days. The vehicle was going at a 60-65 miles per hour speed and it shut off. I cost to the side of the hwy and turned the truck back on.
Service engine soon LED illuminated after starting vehicle. Checked code is p0463 fuel level sensor a circuit high input. Fuel level gauge is not accurate. Driver does not know when fuel tank is empty. Should be a recall.
My vehicle has developed a vibration while I am driving which has been very uncomfortable, however, nothing major in the performance of the vehicle, however, now my vehicle has decided to randomly turn off while driving. This is extremely dangerous and could cause an accident. I took it to the nissan dealership and they said that they found trans fluid mixing with coolant due to leaking trans cooler in radiator and the total cost would come out to $5,000. I am unable to afford this bill so I have not been able to repair my vehicle.
After filling truck up with gas the fuel gauge did not register full. After driving a few miles down the road the check engine light came on and the gas gauge went to empty. Mechanic checked the the check engine code, which was a fuel sensor error. The mechanic reset the check engine. After several miles the gas gauge started working again. It has been this way for six months now. Every time I fill my truck up with gas it does not register full. A few miles later the gas gauge goes to empty and the check engine light comes on. After several miles (varies from approximately 20 to 100 miles) the fuel gauge starts working again. Sometimes it not a matter of miles but time. Fill my truck up, gas gauge goes to empty, park my truck at the airport for a few days and when I get back the fuel gauge works.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. The contact stated that after refueling, the fuel level indicator provided an inaccurate reading of empty. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 57,000.
Fuel sensor will show 1/4 tank of gasoline and low fuel light will come on and gauge will show empty shortly after.
Service engine soon light came on and the fuel gauge started going wacky and ultimately showed empty eventhough I had 1/2 tank of gas. Light would not go out, so I researched the issue on the internet and found that it is a known issue on my nissan truck. There is even a service bulletin out on it. So, off I went and took it into my nissan service department and they said the code p0463 was a fuel sensing unit that they would repair for over $350. I see this as a safety issue, since my wife drives the truck and if she is unable to correctly determine how much fuel is in the truck she runs the risk of running out of gas in traffic or maybe even in an unsafe neighborhood.
I am having a fuel sending unit problem. Same problem nissan is having with other nissan trucks and they have recalled the newer models for replace at no cost to the customer. On my 2005 they offer no help at all. They know sending unit is defective. This problem of maybe running out of gas and being rear ended I think is a safety concern. Nissan should repair all trucks that they have defective parts in. I have had no accidents.
I have had my 2005 nissan frontier for 3 months and the fuel sending unit has gone out. I have been researching all it has happened to many of the owners. It is not right for the nissan to place faulting parts and make the owners pay between $400 and $700 to repair it.
Fuel gauge inaccuracy - nissan chose not to include model year 2005 frontiers in a voluntary safety recall campaign that was issued on 2006 and 2008 frontier, xterra and pathfinder vehicles (campaign id# pc 042). In the alternative, nissan extended the warranty of 2005 models from 36 to 72 months. My 2005 vehicle is now exhibiting the condition the condition wherein the fuel gage reads one quarter tank, when the tank is actually empty. This resulted in an out of fuel incident occurring on the highway, a near accident and subsequently being stranded awaiting roadside assistance. Although my vehicle only has 41,000 miles - it has been 78 months since purchase and nissan is denying my request for coverage of the repair cost. Had nissan rightly informed me of the condition via inclusion in the recall campaign - I would have had the defective fuel sending unit replaced immediately. Instead I am being forced to cover the cost of repair for this safety defect. I therefore am requesting reimbursement for my related expenses.
A defective fuel sensor on a vehicle with less than 45k miles. The gas gauge gives improper readings and the service engine light is continuously on.
My gas gauge acting weird erratic. Reads full when full but reach half way mark needle will drop to empty. The federal safety agency info says there was a recall due this but ken graff nissan of riverdale utah refuses to fix unless we pay. Notice on web there are many nissan owners with same problems.
"service engine soon" message appeared and fuel gauge failed. Code check revealed-po463 fuel level sensor failure. Based on internet search most of this nissan product of various years has this problem,- a definite safety issue and nissan refuses to repair under what should be a recall in my opinion. Nhtsb should require nissan to repair at no cost to owner.
We own a 2005 nissan frontier le king cab. Our gas hand does not work and the service engine soon light is constantly on. This is our third nissan king cab with this problem. Apparently it is not covered under warranty and is quite expensive to fix. I feel there should be a recall. If we do not get warranty help with this problem, it will be the last nissan for us.
Fuel sending unit problem with my 2005 nissan frontier. Causes fuel gauge to be non functional. Basically there is no way to tell how much gas I have in my tank. Problem started at 59000 miles, I now have 80000. Nissan refuses to fix.
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