2001 Nissan Frontier and Nissan Xterra recall: filler pipe and cap

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 12, 2002. It covers about 44,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 44,000
reported: Nov 12, 2002
owners notified: Dec 10, 2002
related complaints: 65

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap

What is wrong: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the fuel tank inlet shutter valve does not meet the sealing performance specification.
Risk: Under certain conditions such as high ambient temperature and when winter grade gasoline is being sold, fuel could spill from the filler inlet as the tank is being filled. In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank inlet shutter valve. Owner notification is expected to begin december 10, 2002. 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.

Recall number 02V300000

Affected vehicles

Nissan Frontier 2001 2001
Nissan Xterra 2001 2001

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 65 complaints about fuel system problems.

2001 Nissan Frontier 2001 Nissan Xterra

Questions about recall 02V300000

Is there a recall on the 2001 Nissan Frontier and Nissan Xterra filler pipe and cap?

Yes. Recall 02V300000, reported on November 12, 2002, covers about 44,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V300000?

Dealers will replace the fuel tank inlet shutter valve. Owner notification is expected to begin december 10, 2002. 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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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