Table 1 shows five common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2003 Nissan Xterra. The number one most common problem is related to the fuel pump (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel injection (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Pump problems | |
| Fuel Injection problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems | |
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Gasoline Storage problems |
Nissan put out a recall on the 2003 fuel systems in regards to corrison that could occur to the fuel system. Our vehicle was not part of the recall. The fuel system did corrode, causing us to pay out of pocket for a new tank, new fuel pump. This recall was for salt areas, that would be in MA. Read details...
Fuel injection system was replaced four times. After the last repair, while driving the vehicle, it caught on fire in the engine. Read details...
The car doesn't seem to be accelerating properly due to something wrong with the fuel system or gasoline delivery there is a vibrating sound and vibration coming from the gas pedal. And the gasoline smell is terrible. The gas pedal is very loose and I don't feel safe driving my car at this time. Read details...