2003-2006 Nissan Murano recall: tank assembly

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 10, 2006. It covers about 205,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 205,000
reported: Jan 10, 2006
owners notified: Mar 20, 2006
related complaints: 154

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly

What is wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles, due to the location of the forward edge of the fuel tank, in the event that a vehicle front tire runs over a small, sharp object in the road, catches it and propels it towards the rear of the vehicle, it may strike and puncture the fuel tank.
Risk: A punctured tank could increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install protectors in front of the tank free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 06V003000

Affected vehicles

Nissan Murano 2003-2006 2003 2004 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 154 complaints about fuel system problems.

2003 Nissan Murano 2004 Nissan Murano 2005 Nissan Murano 2006 Nissan Murano

Questions about recall 06V003000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2006 Nissan Murano tank assembly?

Yes. Recall 06V003000, reported on January 10, 2006, covers about 205,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V003000?

Dealers will install protectors in front of the tank free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners may 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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