2005 Nissan Pathfinder: wrong fuel gauge reading

Filed Mar 11, 2019 · Electrical, Fuel system · 115,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the digital fuel gauge displayed the incorrect fuel mileage. As a result, the vehicle completely shut off due to no fuel being inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Filed Sep 5, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 138,000 miles · RI

Fuel gauge is faulty. Fuel level will read 1/2 full and yet approach empty. The vehicle has run out of gas four times, putting the driver and occupants in a dangerous position.

Filed May 15, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 92,377 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. After the contact placed fuel in the vehicle, the contact restarted the engine and noticed that the fuel gauge indicator on the instrument panel showed empty the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not under warranty and the contact needed to pay for the repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,377. Updated 07/11/17*lj

Filed Jul 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 156,000 miles · CA

Faulty fuel gauge sensor: dte gauge does not reset. Engine check light

Filed Apr 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 101,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. While driving 50 MPH, the fuel gage indicator failed to display the correct fuel level. The vehicle slowed down and was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer diagnosed that the fuel system storage failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.

Filed Nov 6, 2015 · Engine · 79,000 miles · VA

Coolant and transmission fluid mixed and caused the car to shake and not accelerate. This was a recall item and by the time it happened at 79k miles the dealer would only cover half. I had to pay $2500 for a repair that they new was defected. I was driving on a major highway and the car stalled and I had to put flashers on to keep cars from hitting me. This is a safety issue for anyone who still owns this truck. I now have another $750 bill to repair the fuel sending unit that went out after recall mileage expired. They know it's a problem and should fix it when it happens.

Filed Aug 28, 2015 · Brakes, Engine · 61,000 miles · VA

The vehicle has had all sorts of issues starting with the brakes when one brake shoe totally disintegrated and evidently ruptured brake lines at around 61,000 miles. New brake replacement almost $900. Since that time (the vehicle now has 75000 miles) the transmission has continually slipped, the gas gauges and all other gauges work intermittently, and the emissions test last month showed possible catalytic converter issues (there are evidently two). When taken in for service the service technician suggested I get rid of the vehicle because it was notorious for cross contamination of coolant and transmission fluid. Continuing to drive it would eventually destroy the transmission, and even now may have permanent damage. When contacting nissan about possible recalls and the supposed settled class action lawsuit concerning the transmission contamination, I was told I would need documentation of all service done to the vehicle to receive $800 toward the necessary $3800 repair cost just for the contamination leak. If anyone is considering purchasing this or any other nissan product, I would avoid it at all cost.

Filed Dec 13, 2014 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · FL

Fuel gauge not working.... You never know how much gas is in the tank... My family was stuck thinking that there was gas in the tank while going 55 MPH.

Filed Dec 11, 2014 · Fuel system · CA

Ran out of gas b/c fuel gauge keeps showing empty even when it is full.

Filed Sep 10, 2014 · Fuel system, Transmission · 167,000 miles · FL

The transmission in my 2005 nissan pathfinder has failed. My son was in a very dangerous situation on a busy street and this problem jeopardized his life.the vehicle basically stopped in the middle of a turn onto a busy street. The defective transmission/radiator breakdown is a serious situation and a known issue with these vehicles. My radiator fluid leaked into the transmission and failed. The amount to repair this vehicle and make this a safe vehicle is more than we can afford....approximately $5300 because the fuel sending unit also failed!! I feel this faulty product should be recalled and necessary repairs made or a reimbursement made by nissan.

Filed Jul 22, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 80,000 miles · NC

I'm one of many victims that have endured faulty fuel sending units and inaccurate gas gauges that cause me to run out of gas while driving down the road. With such a widespread problem, it is a pure scam that no recall has been issued. Nissan simply extends the warranty to 72,000 miles, which does nothing to help the thousands of victims with more mileage. Just as they did with the radiator defect that contaminated the transmission, nissan is getting away with offering help up only to the point when the problem begins to appear. This makes them appear they are doing something, but they are doing nothing for the vast majority of victims. How can you let them get away with this approach? It leaves victims without help, and leaves obviously defective cars on the road. It's dangerous to run out of gas on the side of the road, especially when you live in cold climates and have small children. Help.

Filed Apr 22, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 62,000 miles · TX

Car would just die while driving. The gauge would read empty even with a half tank or more of gas, I also called nissan dealership to check on recall of the fuel sending unit, the dealership told me there was no recall. So I started doing the work myself, got halfway done and asked a buddy for help and he informed me that there was in fact a recall on that part. So I went to the dealership and then they all of a sudden had a recall and did the work for free. Since then (before) 100,000 miles, my radiator fluid filled my transmission and ruined it, and my transmission fluid filled my radiator and ruined it too. So out of pocket for transmission rebuild and rerouting of the coolant line ($3000). Now I just drive because I have too, anytime I stop I have to kill it to keep it from overheating. But I have no other vehicle so nothing I can do. Nissan continues to just not care at all. I will never have another nissan. You could give me a nissan for free and I wouldn't touch it. Straight garbage company.