Make / Models / Years:
NISSAN / MURANO / 2003-2006
Manufacturer : NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Manufacturer’s Report Number : --
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V003000
Mfg's Report Date : JAN 09, 2006
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 205000

Summary: 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.

Consequence: 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 is expected to begin on March 21, 2006. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Notes: Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safecar.gov.