Recall 06V-003: 2003–2006 Nissan Murano

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jan 10, 2006, covering about 205,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-003
Report date
Jan 10, 2006
Vehicles affected
205,000
Owners notified
Mar 20, 2006

The problem

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.

The risk

A punctured tank could increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

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.

Notes

Customers may 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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number06V003000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Murano2003, 2004, 2005, 2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-003?

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.

How is recall 06V-003 fixed?

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?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.