Recall 12V-076: 2011–2012 Nissan Quest

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Feb 29, 2012, covering about 23,531 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-076
Report date
Feb 29, 2012
Vehicles affected
23,531
Owners notified
Apr 2, 2012

The problem

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 nissan quest vehicles, manufactured from july 29, 2010, through february 21, 2012. Due to software programming, while driving at slow speeds or idling on a decline with â¼ tank fuel or less, there may be an insufficient supply of fuel to the engine. As a result, the engine may stall.

The risk

Vehicle stalling could increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 2, 2012. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Notes

Customers may 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.
ComponentElectrical System › Software
Fuel System, Gasoline
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V076000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Quest2011, 2012All 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 12V-076?

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 nissan quest vehicles, manufactured from july 29, 2010, through february 21, 2012. Due to software programming, while driving at slow speeds or idling on a decline with â¼ tank fuel or less, there may be an insufficient supply of fuel to the engine. As a result, the engine may stall.

How is recall 12V-076 fixed?

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 2, 2012. Owners may contact nissan customer service 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.