Recall 10V-074: 2005–2009 Infiniti QX56, 2005–2009 Nissan Armada and 1 more
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Mar 3, 2010, covering about 340,000 vehicles.
The problem
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56 vehicles. The instrument panel fuel gauge may inaccurately display that the vehicle still has some fuel, typically about one quarter tank, when the fuel tank is empty.
The risk
This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with a new improved sender card. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V074000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Infiniti QX56 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Nissan Armada | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Nissan Titan | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All 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 10V-074?
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56 vehicles. The instrument panel fuel gauge may inaccurately display that the vehicle still has some fuel, typically about one quarter tank, when the fuel tank is empty.
How is recall 10V-074 fixed?
Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with a new improved sender card. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. 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.