2008 Nissan Xterra: wrong fuel gauge reading

Filed Aug 13, 2019 · Brakes, Engine · 73,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan xterra. While operating the vehicle, the fuel gauge displayed false readings. The gauge showed that the fuel tank had less fuel than what was actually present. Also, on several occasions, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when it was depressed and the vehicle did not immediately stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but no failures were found. Later, while driving, the vehicle stalled after depressing the brake pedal. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 73,000.

Filed Feb 23, 2017 · Fuel system · 65,000 miles · VA

Action requested: 2008 nissan xterra fuel gauge fails to operate properly and is safety concern. Issue: 2008 nissan xterra fuel gauge reading is erratic, inaccurate and, at times, inoperative. When functioning, fuel gauge is inconsistent. The problem began at approximately 65,000 miles and has persisted. The vehicle currently has approximately 70,400 miles. Thus far, nissan stated that the vehicle is not part of a recall. Yet, letter from nissan's senior manager for technical compliance acknowledges defect in the fuel gauge system (see attch 3) and a recall initiated in may 2010 (attch 5) and subsequent bulletins (attch 4). I've enclosed a proof of ownership that I've provided to nissan (attch 1) as well as a photo containing the manufacturers' details. Will continue to engage nissan and respectfully request your assistance in addressing this safety concern by adding the vehicle to the recall and enabling nissan to replace defective part. Please advise if further information is needed or required.

Filed Dec 8, 2015 · Fuel system · MA

2008 nissan xterra. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle fuel gauge inaccuracy issues. *smd the consumer stated she ran out of gas on the highway, even though the tank read a quarter tank remaining.

Filed Jun 16, 2015 · Fuel system · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan xterra. The fuel gauge displayed that the fuel tank was empty when there was fuel present in the tank. The dealer diagnosed that the fuel tank shells malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Feb 9, 2015 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · AL

The gas gauge no longer works. I had it connected to diagnostics and was told the sending unit is bad(no longer works).

Filed Feb 17, 2014 · Fuel system · 91,000 miles · NC

I received a warranty notification letter around 2011 , stating that nissan was providing the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction. This letter stated that nissan was extending the warranty for the fuel sending sensor that can malfunction and incorrectly give a wrong reading on the fuel level. They where extending the new vehicle limited warranty for 36 months/ 36,000 miles to 72 months 72,000 miles. So I put the sticker and letter in my warranty booklet. I called the nissan dealership and gave them my VIN number and they stated that my vehicle was not part of the "campaign recall" and you dont need to do anything further. So it is now 2014, 3 years later and what happens ........ The fuel sending sensor is broken, I spoke to the dealer again on 2-17-2014, and again they stated to me that my VIN number was not part of the campaign recall and when I showed them my letter , they stated to me that yes it was under warranty at the time of receiving the letter.....but they said to me in 2011 that no need if you dont have a problem your vehicle doesnt need to have this replaced ....... So I got told wrong twice once when you get the letter unless it is broken then they wont fix it.....and now that it is broken my VIN number is not part of the "campaign recall" sad that nissan does this .....they should honor this recall for all VIN numbers that show this problem. I bought this vehicle new from the dealer and will not give out 600.00 for them to replace an 80.00 part. I wish more people complain so this goes to recall. Without fixing this you cannot pass inspection for your car. At the time of receiving the letter they should have fixed it but it wasnt broken. 3 years later they wont fix it my VIN is not part of campaign recall?????

Filed Nov 8, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 57,400 miles · TX

Service engine soon light came on while driving on residential streets. Had code checked. Code listed as p0462. Cleared code then restarted car. Upon starting car none of the gauges worked only the tachometer and speedometer worked. Fuel, temperature, oil, odometer, trip odometer and all warning lights to include turn signal indicators did not work. Upon driving gauges would regain power, but the fuel gauge did not function properly. Took vehicle to dealer. Seems that my VIN was not included in the recall # 10v075000, even though the exact recall repair was done to my car to fix this issue. While the fuel gauge now works, none of my other gauges work. I was told the combo meter that controls my cluster of gauges would need to be replaced. There were no issues with my vehicle until the service engine soon light came on. My vehicle should have been included in the recall stated above, and I find it highly suspect that all of my gauges go out at the exact same time, but according to nissan these are two separate unrelated issues. I have had to pay $488 to repair what should have been covered under the recall, and now need to pay an additional $590 to repair my gauges. My vehicle should have been included in the recall for other 08 nissan xterras.

Filed Nov 22, 2010 · Fuel system · 14,000 miles · FL

Our nissan xterra was recalled for the fuel gauge defect in march 2010. It is now november 2010 and neither the dealer nor nissan USA have been responsive to our response to their recall. We have contacted the dealer three times, and nissan USA once without any results.

Filed Sep 16, 2010 · Fuel system · 45,000 miles · NY

Fuel sending unit failure high level sensor high current.

Filed Aug 4, 2008 · Fuel system · 11,648 miles · NJ

The gas gauge reads about 1/8 of a tank and my truck runs out of gas before the low fuel light comes on. They fixed the problem each time but then a few weeks later I ended up having the same problem, the diagnosis was the fuel sending unit they replaced that and they also replaced the fuel pump on the last 2 occasions. I have had this problem 3 times since 06/13/08 the most recent time was on 07/23/08.