Auxillary Tank Problems of Nissan Frontier - part 1

2006 Nissan Frontier le 4x4. Fuel gauge is not reading accurately. This caused me to run out of gas on November 14th, 2012, when the gauge was well above the "low gas" threshold. It was a very scary experience for me as I was in traffic at the time when the engine stalled at around 40mph. I fear this could happen again and now I'm afraid to drive with my grandkids in my truck. I researched this problem and traced it to a common defect with the fuel level sending unit that is a safety recall which affects many Nissan vehicles, including 2006 Frontier models but somehow excluding my 2006 Frontier: **************** NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000 recall date: 2010-03-03 summary: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2006 and model year 2008 Frontier, xterra and pathfinder vehicles. The molded fuel tank shells can deform, causing the fuel sender float arm to contact an embossment molded into the tank shell causing the instrument panel fuel gauge to show that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. Consequences: this could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit inside the fuel tank with a new one that has a modified float arm. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before March 22, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261. Component affected: fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank notes: Nissan north America, inc. *****************.

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My gas gauge began giving bad reading after driving several miles. Went to 1/2 tank and stayed there. This continued for several weeks. Filled the gas tank. The next day the engine repair light came on while driving to work. Checked the code and it was the fuel sending unit. Reset and the light went out. Unit worked fine. Next fill up the light came on again and the fuel gauge. Kept jumping around. Not knowing the amount of gas and running out at speed would cause lose of steering and brake control. Nissan recalled the 2006&2008 models to fix. I can't imagine that they did not use same unit in 2007 model.

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2006 Nissan Frontier. Filled the gas tank and the gauge stayed on 1/4. When I drove the vehicle again, the gas tank gauge went up to 3/4, but I'm not certain if the 3/4 is accurate. This now happens on every gas fill up. Found a recall notice online (listed below). I called my local Nissan dealer and they indicated my VIN number is not part of the recall. I call Nissan, and they stated the same thing and informed me NHTSA decides what VIN number is part of the recall and it's out of Nissan's hands. And, volunteered they did not have contact information for NHTSA. Nice customer service. Nhtsa, if I'm having similar issues to the recall, how do I get my VIN number added recall id # 80825 - fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank hide details recall date: Mar 03, 2010 model affected: 2006 Nissan Frontier summary: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2006 and model year 2008 Frontier, xterra and pathfinder vehicles. The molded fuel tank shells can deform, causing the fuel sender float arm to contact an embossment molded into the tank shell causing the instrument panel fuel gauge to show that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. Consequences: this could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit inside the fuel tank with a new one that has a modified float arm. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before March 22, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261. Potential units affected: 80689 notes: Nissan north America, inc.

2007 Nissan Frontier. Consumer writes in regards to defect in fuel level sending unit the consumer stated on June 30, 2012, the check engine light illuminated. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, where she was informed the fuel level sending unit needed to be replaced. At the time, they did research and she was informed the part had an extended warranty with an expiration date of 09/22/12 or 72,000 miles. The consumer stated she was not notified of an extended warranty. The consumer was informed the original owner's information was still in the database. Nissan stated they were not going to replace the part, because the vehicle was over required mileage.

The contact owns 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the fuel gauge did not indicate that the fuel tank was empty. As a result, the vehicle stalled while driving 65 mph. The manufacturer denied assistance with the repair because the VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxiliary tank). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileages were 83,000. . . Updated 04/26/12 updated 04/30/12. . . . . Updated 05/21/12 the consumer stated the recall was fixed. However, he was charged because his VIN was not included in the recall. Updated 05/31/12.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the vehicle began to run out fuel, even though the fuel gauge displayed a reading indicating that fuel was present in the fuel tank. The failure occurred while driving 65 mph and the check engine light also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. An authorized dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 162,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that approximately one day after refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge began displaying a reading of empty. The check engine light also began illuminating on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed the fuel level sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed it was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 88,000.

2006 Nissan Frontier. Consumer states problem with fuel gauge indicator the consumer stated he started having problems with the fuel gauge indicator and the engine light illuminated after getting gas. Also, the tire pressure monitoring light illuminated. A diagnostic test was performed and the consumer was informed the engine control module was on the recall list and needed to be replaced. Also, the dealer recommended replacing the fuel sending unit. Updated 03/01/11.

Tl. The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated the fuel sender float arm to contact an embossment molded into the tank shell causing the instrument panel fuel gauge to show that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. The contact notice recall 10v075000 (fuel system gasoline:storage:auxillary tank) but due to the VIN number the vehicle did not fall into the recall. The contact stated the manufacture should extend the recall since this is a major safety issue. The failure mileage was 72,000. Jo.

Fuel level sensor failure showing code p0463. This is very similar in nature to campaign 10v075000. Vehicle is 2006 Nissan Frontier se crew cab. Happens frequently. (2 times in the last 700 miles for me). Check engine light comes on and fuel level drops to empty. Periodically comes up part way but totally unreliable. Requires estimating fuel level by odometer reading. Could cause vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic, increasing the risk of crash with loss of power steering and brakes when engine stalls.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact was driving 35 mph when the fuel level gauge malfunctioned and began reading inaccurate fuel levels. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic and the mechanic informed the contact of a potential recall on the vehicle (NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000-fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where a diagnostic was performed and located a faulty fuel level circuit sending unit. The dealer informed the contact that the fuel sending unit would need replacing. The dealer also advised the contact that his VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 46,000. Updated 12/30/10 updated 01/11/11.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact was driving approximately 55-60 mph when he noticed the fuel level gauge had dropped and the vehicle service warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the diagnostic test determined that the fuel sensor was defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer advised that his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank). The failure persisted. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 60,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that he refueled the vehicle and proceeded to drive 70 mph when the fuel level gauge displayed that the fuel level was empty and the low fuel level warning indicator was illuminated. In addition, the service engine soon light was illuminated. The contact stated that the fuel level gauge would only display accurate fuel levels when the fuel tank was approximately three-quarters full and would fail when the fuel tank was down to three eights of a tank. The failure began two months prior and the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the fuel level sensor would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 71,000. Updated 01/20/11.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. After adding fuel to the vehicle the fuel gauge did not register the new amount of fuel in the vehicle. The fuel gauge displayed the incorrect amount of fuel that was in the fuel tank. The manufacturer was notified and informed him that his vehicle was not included in the recall that was associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000, fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxiliary tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 58,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that whenever fuel was dispensed into the fuel tank; the fuel gauge would not display an accurate reading. The exhaust emission warning light illuminated and remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an emission station where the emission warning indicator was repaired. An authorized dealer was notified and informed him of NHTSA recall campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline, storage auxiliary tank) . The VIN was excluded from the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 77,800.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The vehicle failed state inspection on July 1, 2010 due to the gasoline sensor. The contact stated that he was aware that the fuel gauge was failing. The manufacturer was contacted. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) and that since the warranty was not valid they would not offer any assistance with the repair. The failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 75,888.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the mechanic advised that the fuel level sending unit was defective and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired at an authorized dealer. The contact was able to locate a recall associated with the failure (NHTSA campaign id number: 10v074000 fuel system, other: storage: fuel gauge system) however, the manufacturer advised his VIN was not included in the recall and would not offer any further assistance. The failure mileage was 84,500 and the current mileage was 85,000. Updated 10/13/10. Updated 10/19/jb.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was reading inaccurate fuel levels. The contact believed the failure was associated with NHTSA recall campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank). The dealer advised the contact that his VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was never serviced at an authorized dealer and would not provide any assistance. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The failure and current mileages were 62,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. While the contact started the ignition, the "service engine" warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. In addition, the fuel gauge displayed an accurate reading whenever fuel was dispensed into the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician informed that the fuel sensor would need to be replaced. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank). However, the VIN was excluded from the recall defect. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 70,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The vehicle was not experiencing a failure when he took it to an authorized dealer to be repaired for the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000, fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank. Upon receiving his vehicle from the authorized dealer the fuel gauge began to display improper readings. The vehicle was taken back to an authorized dealer where it was repaired. The failure continues. The failure mileage was 42,700 and the current mileage was 43,000. Updated evoq 12/03/jb.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Frontier. While driving 40 mph, the fuel gauge displayed that the vehicle was empty. The dealer was contacted and stated that there were no related recalls. The dealer confirmed that a faulty fuel level sensor caused the fuel gauge to display the incorrect amount of fuel in the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 60,400. Updated 8/2/10 updated 08/09/jb.

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2006 Nissan Frontier's fuel gauge is sporadic. It will read 1/4 tank and then suddenly drop to empty and the low fuel light comes on. After filling, it may take an hours for the gauge to read full. Shortly after the problem started the service engine soon light came on. Computer error says error po463 fuel level sensor circuit high input probable cause: this is a safety issue. From NHTSA campaign #10v075000: "this could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic increasing the risk of a crash". Nissan dealer service tech. Told me this a big issue with many more vehicles than the recall (NHTSA camp. #10v075000) covers. I contacted Nissan to ask if they planned to expand the recall. They said no and declined to assist with even the part for the 500 part. From looking at numerous forums and this site. I can see that the are many owners in the same situation--a defective gauge and their vehicle not covered by the current recall(s). I don't know the statistics on what it takes to trigger an expanded recall but I hope NHTSA looks into it.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated the fuel sending unit failed and was causing the vehicle to read inaccurate fuel levels. The failure would occur whenever the contact was refueling the vehicle. The manufacturer advised the contact to have the dealer perform a diagnostic test at his expense and would not provide any further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 55,000. Updated 12/15/10. The consumer stated the fuel gauge would read empty. Updated 12/27/10.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact received notification of NHTSA recall campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs. After repairs, the vehicle began experiencing the failure and would stall without warning. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer four times yet they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 36,000 and current mileage was 100,384.

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6) notified Nissan of our vehicle having the recall problem with our 2006 Frontier xe. Nhtsa campaign # 10v075000. Nissan states that our truck's VIN # is not included in the recall at this time. Check engine light is on and testing shows that the fuel level sensor circuit high input as the probable cause. We called Nissan at 800-647-7261 twice. Both times we were given a ref. # [xxx] . We never know how much gas we have. . . My husband just ran out today going to the store and the fuel gage showed that we had gas. Very frightening. Thank goodness he was not on the freeway!!!!!!.

2005 Nissan Frontier has a known fuel gauge issue. There is a recall on 2006+ Frontiers that have the same exact part. The fuel sending unit attached to the gas tank is known to go bad, and is covered by Nissan under the recall, which doesn't include the problematic 2005 models out there. See NHTSA campaign number: 10v075000. The result is that the gas gauge and computer estimates of "distance until empty" are grossly erroneous and require constant monitoring of the range.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer to be repaired for recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage auxiliary tank) on Monday April 19, 2010. After the vehicle was repaired, the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was half full but the tank was actually empty. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer twice and the fuel sender unit was cleaned. The failure did not occur prior to the recall repair. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the failure. The third time that the failure occurred the contact stated that he would take the vehicle back to the dealer with the understanding that the failed part would be replaced instead of cleaned. The failure mileage was 49,009. The current mileage was approximately 50,050.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated he received notification of NHTSA recall campaign 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs. The dealer dropped the fuel tank and replaced the sending unit as a remedy to the recall. Prior to the recall repairs, the contact had not issues within the vehicle. Following repairs, the fuel level indicator would not read accurate fuel levels. When filling the fuel tank, the fuel level indicator would remain on the empty position. The failure occurred sporadically following repairs. The failure mileage was 43,700 and the current was 44,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, the fuel light illuminated, indicating that there was no fuel in the vehicle. Even when the fuel tank was full, the light would illuminate. The vehicle had not been inspected at the time of the complaint. When the contact called the manufacturer, he was informed that the vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) and all repair expenses would have to be paid out of pocket. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000. The current mileage was approximately 50,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that in early may 2010, the contact filled the vehicle with fuel but the check engine light illuminated and the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was only a quarter to half full. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the fuel sending unit was defective. The dealer stated that the parts were unavailable for the repair and the vehicle was not included in any related recalls. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 38,500. The current mileage was approximately 40,000. Updated 07/29/10 updated 07/30/jb.

The fuel gauge shows the vehicle has approximately 1/4 tank of fuel. It seems to stay there for some time, then after some mileage drops completely below empty, the fuel warning comes on solid (not gradual before this failure). All indications upon filling up is that the tank is close to empty. All indications appear to be identical with a similar recall for the same recall for the Nissan Frontier xe models both before and afterward in the 2006 model year. Mine manufactured 08/06. That recall is NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that on March 27, 2010, after filling the fuel tank, the fuel gauge still registered empty and the check engine light illuminated. About 75 miles later, the fuel gauge began to function properly and the check engine turned off. The contact referenced recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage:auxillary tank) that believed to be directly related to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The fuel lever sensor and gauge assembly were repaired at the owners expense. The contact also filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000. The current mileage was 80,266. Updated 07/01/10 the consumer stated the problem was resolved and he was reimbursed. However, the timing chain had to be replaced. The consumer is seeking reimbursement. Updated 07/07/10.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. While driving at approximately 45 mph on the highway, the vehicle completely shut down without any warning. The gas gauge indicated that the fuel tank was half full although it was empty. The contact was able to safely pull over to the side of the road and add fuel to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where she was informed that the gasoline storage tank was the cause of the failure. She called the manufacturer and filed a complaint. The manufacturer advised her that the vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank). The failure and current mileages were approximately 25,000. Updated 05/07/10. When the consumer took the vehicle to have another service performed she was told the work could not be done, because the check engine light was on. The consumer was informed the light was on due to a faulty fuel sensor and it would cost $400 to repair. Updated 07/14/10. Updated 07/14/10.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The contact noticed that the fuel gauge would not display the correct amount of fuel in the gas tank. The check engine light also appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealers where the contact was informed that the fuel sending unit needed to be replaced and that NHTSA recall# 10v075000 fuel system, gasoline, storage, auxiliary did not apply to his VIN . The failure mileage was 64500 and the current mileage was 65000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. The driver stated that upon filling the fuel tank with gasoline, the fuel gauge would read inaccurate fuel levels. He located a recall for the failure (NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000, fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) and upon contacting the dealer, was told his VIN was not included with the recall campaign. Any repairs made to the vehicle would be at the owners expense. No repairs were made. The failure mileage was 40,400 and the current was 40,420.