Auxillary Tank Problems of Nissan Pathfinder - part 2

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated she was driving at 50 mph when the heater and defroster failed. The windows had to remain open in order to keep the windows from fogging. In addition, the contact stated the vehicle would exhibit an unusual increase in engine rpms intermittently. The vehicle was inspected by a local mechanic who advised that radiator fluid leaked into the inner cooling system and into the transmission, causing the heater failure. The mechanic performed a transmission flush and replaced the transmission filter and radiator. Within five months, the transmission failed. Additionally, the fuel level gauge would sporadically read inaccurate fuel levels, causing her to run out of fuel twice without warning. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank) but was unable to confirm if her vehicle was included with the recall. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 118,000.

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The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. After filling the fuel tank with gasoline, the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was empty and the check engine light illuminated. He called the manufacturer who informed him that his vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank). He planned to take the vehicle to the dealership to have it diagnosed. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. The current mileage was approximately 82,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving 30-35 mph the check engine light came on and the gas gauge did not register the correct amount of fuel. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that the problem was with the fuel sensor. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the fuel sensor needed to be replaced. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was not related to the recall. The contact referenced recall NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000, fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxiliary tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000. The current mileage was 51,100.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit problems with the fuel system. The dealer confirmed that there was a defect in the fuel tank shells. The contact inquired about NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) which she believed applied to her vehicle. The dealer stated that the failure in her vehicle was exactly as described in the recall campaign; however, upon contacting the dealer, she was told that her VIN was not included. Any repairs would be at the owners expense. The current mileage was 39,000 and the failure mileage was 37,000.

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The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge did not function properly. The vehicle ran out of fuel because the gauge indicated that the vehicle did contain fuel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that this vehicle used the same fuel sensor as the 2006 model but the vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank). The failure mileage was approximately 95,000. The current mileage was approximately 102,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving at speeds of 25 mph, the fuel level indicator failed. The dealer and manufacturer were both contacted and advised that although there was a recall for the failure (NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000: fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) his VIN was not included. Any repairs to the vehicle would be at the contacts expense. The current mileage was 88,809 and the failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving approximately 60-70 mph, the vehicle began to hesitate. The contact safely drove onto the emergency lane. Although the gas gauge indicated that the fuel tank was full, it was actually empty. When he added fuel to the vehicle, the gas gauge read empty. He took the vehicle to the dealer where the fuel level sensor was replaced since it caused the failure to occur. A report was filed with the manufacturer. The manufacturer also stated that his vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary); therefore, he would not be reimbursed. The failure mileage was 38,258. The current mileage was 44,314.

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The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact had the fuel leveling sensor replaced December 8, 2009. The part was recalled in February 26, 2010 under NHTSA campaign number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank) and the contact inquired with the manufacturer about a reimbursement. The manufacturer denied the contact a reimbursement stating his VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 110,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated the fuel level indicator would not read accurate fuel levels. The indicator would read the fuel tank as full when in actuality the fuel tank would be empty. The dealer advised the fuel sensor had malfunctioned and would need to be replaced. Although there was a recall for the failure (NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000: fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank), the manufacturer advised the contact that his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage 60,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that he had to replace the fuel sending unit on the vehicle one year ago because the fuel gauge was not reading accurate fuel levels and the vehicle would continuously run out of fuel. The contact tried to have the vehicle inspected to ensure that the fuel sending unit was installed correctly, but the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank). The manufacturer would not provide any further assistance. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 85,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel level sensor failed, causing an inaccurate reading of fuel levels. The contact was unaware when she was traveling with very low levels of fuel. The fuel level sensor was purchased at the dealer and repaired by an independent mechanic. The contact was able to locate a recall (NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000: fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) for the failure and sought reimbursement for the repairs made at her expense. The manufacture advised her VIN was not included with the recall and denied her request. The failure mileage was 55,000. Updated 6/1/10 updated 08/06/jb.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving at speeds of 55 mph, the contact noticed the fuel level indicator reading fuel levels at empty after she had filled the fuel tank moments prior to the failure. In addition, the check engine warning light remained illuminated on the instrument panel. The failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 72,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. When starting the engine, the contact noticed the check engine light illuminated on the warning panel. Also, the fuel level indicator had become inoperable, reading fuel levels as empty. The dealer advised the fuel sensor had failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure persisted. The failure mileage was 43,000 and the current mileage was 60,000. Updated 07/22/10 the consumer stated a recall was issued, but her vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. Updated 07/21/jb the conusmer stated she had to pay for the repair at her expense. Updated 07/27/jb.

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The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that when he filled the fuel tank, the fuel gauge would indicate that the tank was still empty. Also when he shifted his body weight in the driver seat, the back of the seat moved forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where he was informed that the wrong switch was in the vehicle for the power seat; the switch was replaced but the problem reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealership for both the driver seat and fuel gauge. The dealer could not duplicate the problem but stated that any repairs would be at the expense of the contact. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000. The current mileage was approximately 72,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact was driving approximately between 30-40 mph. A warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The fuel gauge displayed "empty". The failure occurred at any fuel level capacity. The warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. Vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on three separate occasions. The failure was contributed to the fuel gauge sending unit. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction at this time. The failure mileage was 40,000. Updated 05/11/10. Updated 6/1/10 the consumer stated a recall was issued for the 2006 models and up, however the 2005 was not included. The consumer stated the same part was used for the 2066 and newer models. Updated 07/07/10.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder se. The contact stated that the fuel level indicator would fluctuate constantly, reading inaccurate fuel levels. Most recently, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer stated that there were no recalls and that any repairs made to the vehicle would be at the owners expense. The manufacturer was contacted and provided no assistance. There were no repairs made to the vehicle. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 90,526.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. While parked, the contact noticed the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. In addition, the fuel gauge would not provide an accurate reading of fuel levels. The failure recurred intermittently but over time, the fuel gauge failed completely. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxiliary tank) that but was advised by the manufacturer that the 2005 Nissan Pathfinder was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics. The mechanic advised that the fuel tank sending unit would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. Updated 03/22/12 per the Nissan dealership, who performed the diagnostic, the failed component was the exact component that was covered in the campaign 10v07500 recall for the 2006-2008 model years. The claim was denied because the current mileage was beyond the level of the extended warranty. Updated 04/13/12.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving 30 mph the contact noticed that the fuel gauge was not working. The contact called the manufacturer and was told to take it to the dealer since it was part of the recall. The dealer advised the contact that they would have to wait for a recall letter and then she could bring the vehicle back. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. The current mileage was 100,000.

2006 Nissan Pathfinder. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice concerning fuel sending unit the consumer stated on January 9, 2009, he had to have the fuel sending unit replaced at a cost of $ 425. 95. In July 2010, the consumer received a recall notice from Nissan stating a recall had been issued regarding the fuel sending unit. Only July 15, 2010, the fuel sending unit was replaced. However, the unit never worked properly. On October 28, 2010, the consumer took his vehicle back to the dealer and the unit was supposedly replaced. However, he continued to experience problems. After several visits to the dealer, they informed the consumer the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The consumer stated he should not have to pay for a fuel tank and fuel sending unit since both were manufactured out of specification. The consumer stated he never knew if he had gas in the vehicle.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge would not register the correct level of fuel in the vehicle. When he added gasoline to the fuel tank to its capacity, the gauge would indicate that the fuel tank was still empty. The contact stated that the failure was related to recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline, storage auxiliary tank). The failure mileage was approximately 45,000. The current mileage was approximately 63,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. While the contact was driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning due to the lack of fuel. The fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading and would fluctuate from a half tank to a quarter of tank, even though the fuel tank was empty. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on three occasions and each time the fuel lever sensor was replaced. Recently, the vehicle was repaired under the NHTSA campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank). The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was unknown.

I am writing about my recent experience with Nissan regarding a recall on my 2006 Nissan Pathfinder, which I purchased in may of 2008 as a pre-owned vehicle. The recall with the NHTSA campaign id number of 10v075000 involves a flaw with the fuel sending unit. I never received a notice from Nissan regarding this recall, which Nissan states is an extended warranty. I noticed that there was a problem with the fuel gauge sometime ago. Three weeks ago I was doing research online to try and find a solution to the problem. That is when I discovered the recall. I immediately contacted orr Nissan in bossier city 318-752-3000, since that is the dealer that I purchased the Pathfinder from. I spoke to mike in the service department who told me that I would have to pay to have the problem fixed, because the mileage was over 72,000 miles and that it would cost me around $600 had I known about the recall, it would have been within the mileage specified when I contacted them. I took the next step and called Nissan USA at 1-800-647-7261 and spoke to [xxx] at ext#[xxx]. [xxx] told me that the reason I was never notified was due to an error on Nissan's part, since they never entered my information into their computer system designating me as the new owner of the vehicle. So, the notice was sent out to the prior owners whom live in another state. At that point she opened a case for me with the case #[xxx]. I was contacted by [xxx] from 1-800-343-6913 ext#[xxx], who told me that they were not going to honor the recall and make the repair, because I did not have my Pathfinder serviced at Nissan. He then said that I would have to pay for it myself. Well, I have taken it in on numerous occasions for an oil change and regular maintenance, they did not spot it on either occasion. But, even if I had never taken it to them for maintenance, I should not be punished for servicing my own vehicle. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was faulty. The fuel gauge would indicate that there was fuel in the vehicle when the tank was empty. Occasionally, when the contact added gasoline to the fuel tank, the fuel gauge would not indicate that fuel was added. The contacts vehicle stalled three times because it was out of fuel and the fuel gauge displayed otherwise. The manufacturer stated that there were no related recalls and offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired when the complaint was filed. The current mileage was 66,328. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000. Updated 10/20/10 updated 10/21/jb.

2006 Nissan Pathfinder. Consumer would like to know why it took two years to issue a recall on their vehicle the consumer stated the fuel level sending unit was replaced two years prior to the recall. The consumer stated he knew there was a problem when every time he filled the gas tank, the fuel gauge registered only one quarter full, and the check engine light illuminated.

2006 Nissan Pathfinder. Consumer requests that warranties be applicable to his vehicle the consumer stated the fuel sending unit was operating sporadically. The consumer was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall and the vehicle was over the warranty miles. The consumer received a warranty notification in the mail which stated his vehicle was included in 80,000 miles or less warranty. On March 24, 2008 the vehicle was taken to the dealer, because there was an odor of anti-freeze coming from the vehicle. They determined there was a leak in the radiator and it was fixed under warranty. In April 2008, the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer twice, because he continued to smell anti-freeze. They checked the vehicle both times, but did not find anything wrong with the radiator and could not find any leaks.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge gave incorrect readings and would indicate that there was fuel in the fuel tank when it was empty; when full, it would indicate that the tank was empty. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in any related recalls. He called the manufacturer who verified that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000. The current mileage was approximately 101,000. Updated 07/01/10 the consumer stated the vehicle ran out of gas, even thought he tank read 1/2 tank full. Updated 07/06/10.