Tank Assembly problems of the 2007 Nissan Xterra - part 1

Tl the contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to operate properly with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact refilled the fuel tank however, the fuel gauge showed empty. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that recalls were VIN specific and the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 90,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact mentioned that the fuel gauge indicated that there was a quarter of fuel in the fuel tank and the vehicle was refueled. The vehicle remained indicating that there was a quarter of fuel in the tank and then indicated that the fuel tank was empty. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000 and the current mileage was 81,000.

My 2007 Nissan Xterra, just passing the 50k, and now the service engine soon light on with code p0463. Seems that if I keep the fuel tank filled up above 1/4, then this problem will go away, but from time to time there's a malfunction of the fuel sensor.

At 4100 mile after filling the gas tank ses light came on and the fuel gauge was stuck on 1/4 tank this is a 2007 Nissan Xterra.

Fuel level system malfunctioned. The gauge read 1/4 full when the tank was really empty.

Service engine soon light comes on, have it checked and it shows engine code po 463 - fuel level sensor malfunction. Gas gauge moves up and down while driving and distance to empty displays -----, 0 or very low mile to empty even after pulling away from the pump with a full tank.

We ran out of gas with half a tank on the fuel gauge. In the middle of a funeral service. Not a fun day. Thank you Nissan for extending a warranty on the problem and not issuing a recall that everyone would find out about before running out of gas on the road.

Error code p0463, fuel sensor error. When the gas tank is full, the gauge registers empty (less then e actually) until some of the fuel is used and then the gauge registers accurately (I think).

My check engine son light came on, I went to autozone and I was told the error code stated fuel sending unit/sensor. I was told that Nissan recommends you keep a half a tank of gas in the tank. My Xterra guage is very unpredictable 90% of the time even when I fill the tank up the guage doesn't register, and it's stuck on e with the gas light on constantly, which has caused me a single mother of 3 to run out of gas twice. I have done some research and found that there was a voluntary recall, but I've been told that there wasn't. I also live in a city where there is emissions testing which I can't pass because of the check engine light, I cannot receive my vehicle tag, which means I can't work or drive. I would like this sensor replaced at no charge to me because as reading online there has been 53,000 people with the same issue. I would like to know what are my options and the next step I can take to get this resolved.

After re-fueling, the gas indicator drops below empty, and the check engine light turns on. After driving it ~100 miles, the fuel guage will then go to approximately the real fuel level (around 3/4 of a tank). After driving about another 100 miles the check engine light turns off. Every time I re-fuel, this problem occurs again. It makes it extremely difficult to tell how much gas I have left. I will never buy a Nissan again.

After fueling my 2007 Xterra this morning the fuel gage only registered 1/4 tank full. A little later the service engine soon light came on.

I have a Nissan Xterra 2007. I decided to stop at a gas station to fill it up on a 1/2 tank of gas. Spent $40-$45 to fill it up. Drove about a 1/2 mile down the road and noticed that the fuel gage didn't change in position. So I pull the vehicle over and shut it down and let it sit for a few minutes before I decided to start it back up. When I did, there was no change in the needle's position and the ses light popped up. Whenever I fill the tank up or put any gas in the vehicle the needle goes from not moving, to empty, to where it should be after driving for a few miles and the ses light remains to be on. I went to a local garage and got read by a scan gauge and it gave me p0463 code which meant there is a fuel level malfunction. I called up a few garages including the dealer and they told me that the repair cost with parts and labor would be $500-$600. I did some researching if there has been any recalls and discovered that this has been a problem with older Xterra models that continues to be a problem with the newer ones. This should not be happening with vehicle that I have had for about 4 years with only 40k+ miles on it.

After filling tank with gas, the gas gauge sits on empty and does not register a full tank until a day or two later. Also, the yellow "empty tank" light comes on for the same duration of time. In addition, the "service engine soon" dashboard light comes on and does not go off until a day or two after the gauge has registered the supposed correct level of the tank.

I have a 2007 Nissan Xterra stopped in to gas station on a 1/4 tank to fill-up on 5/25/2011 put in $85. 00 worth. While driving I noticed my gas gauge was still reading 1/4 of a tank and then my indicator light came on stating service engine soon after driving a few milles the gas gauge slowly went back up to full however the service indicator light still stay on. I went to a service station and was told that the problem was the fuel sending unit sensor and to check with the Nissan dealer to see if this promlem would be covered under the warrenty. On 5/26/2011 called Nissan dealer service dept was told this was not covered due to the fact that my car had over 30k. Did some reseach online and found out that many of the 2005-07 Nissan's are having the same problem. Nissan had a recall for their 2000-2004 car's which had the same problem - I beleive this is a major problem and should be handled in the same manner the earlier models were handled by recall.

Service engine soon ligh comes. Tank is full and service light comes on and later showed light that tank empty. I went to auto part and they hook up machine to find out why and it showed that sensor for fuel is failing. Before I was able to disconect battery and light will go off but now light is permanent. The truck has 95,000 miles and I am very up set because it should be a recall.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that he refueled his vehicle but the gas gauge displayed a quarter tank instead of full and the check engine lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to local mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel sending unit was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted but he was unable to speak to a representative regarding the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 54,125.

I had 1/4 of a tank of gas and went to fill up. After filling up my gas tank, I turned on the car, at which point the needle did not register the full tank. After driving a couple miles, the check engine light came on. I went directly to the dealer and was told that it was a fuel sending unit/sensor and that it was no longer covered after 30k miles. After returning home and doing research, I went online to x. Nissanhelp. Com after performing a search, I came across many others who have experienced the same problem. Apparently it has something to do with the fuel sending unit. A similar problem was found on the 2000-2004 Xterra models and a recall was performed when the vehicle would stop after not getting any fuel, posing a great danger. It seems that something in the unit is faulty and will corrode over time. There is a general consensus that everyone who is having the problem is experiencing the same thing after having the vehicle for over 2 yrs and with around 39k-49k. If this problem existed in previous models, and it was recalled, the 2005-2007 Xterras, frontiers, and pathfinders should get this fixed at no charge to the customer!! cost of repair is $490.

2007 Nissan Xterra fuel sending unit failed to show fuel being used in the gas tank. Gauge stayed at half full for a couple of days then service engine soon light came on and gauge went to empty. I cant tell how much fuel is in the tank,I cant get an inspection sticker and the vehicle is out of warrenty. The problem has not been repaired yet because it will cost me at least $400. 00.

My Nissan 2007 Xterra has been experiencing problems with the fuel gauge. I first noticed in late August of 2010 my service e gine soon light (ses) come on and it was not until a few weeks later I took in my car and was told my fuel gauge was not working properly. I have been now doing research and have just learned that many others are experiencing the same problem as I am. My gauge will mark empty after I have filled up my tank and show a full tank at about 50 miles after I have filled up the tank. My gauge will also go on e when it is at 1/4 of a tank and even at a half tank never knowing exactly how much gas is in the tank. I also read online that the 2007 Xterras have a recall on the fuel system and I believe they should be replaced to anyone who is experiencing this problem free of charge. This is a serious matter and could end in accidents and possible deaths. Lets see if this happens and we all get it replaced as I also found this information online from a website. 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.

The instrument panel fuel gauge shows that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. Dealership to replace deformed molded fuel tank and the fuel sending unit. 2007 model is not covered by existing recall (NHTSA campaign id number: 10v075000 - 06 & 08 only).

On or about may 20, 2010 I had 1/4 tank of gas and went to fill up. After filling up the gas tank, I turned on the truck and the gas needle did not register as being full. The service engine light came on. I drove about 70 miles and it finally went up to the full mark, but the "ses" light did not go out. About a week later, when I filled the gas tank, I turned the engine on and the needle went to below the "e" mark and the reserve light came on as well as the "ses" light. I took the truck to the Nissan dealer and was told that it was the fuel sending unit/sensor and that it would cost about $400 to repair. I was also informed at that time that there is a nation wide backorder on the part that is needed and they had no idea when the part would be in stock. I was also told that there has been a recall for this problem but it does not include my year of vehicle. I own a 2007 Xterra with aprox. 38,000 miles.

2007 Nissan Xterra check engine light showing error code p0463 (fuel level sensor was malfunctioning). Occurs each time I go to the gas station and fill the tank. Gauge stays on empty for several days and sometimes drops to empty and the "tank empty" light comes on. After several days of driving the gauge will move back to a higher position.

2007 Nissan Xterra fuel gauge began by not responding to change in fuel tank after fill-up. Then service engine soon light came on. After some driving it came back, but then after filling tank again it did the same thing. After third time it seems to be stuck there at extreme empty with light lit and ses light on. I understand this may be from the fuel sending unit, which I have found from research that many Xterra owners are experiencing the same problem. This should be a recall since the part is obviously faulty and could result in an accident when pulling into traffic and running out of gas.

"I had 1/4 of a tank of gas and went to fill up. After filling up my gas tank, I turned on the car, at which point the needle did not register the full tank. After driving a couple miles, the check engine light came on. After returning home and doing research, I went online to x. Nissanhelp. Com after performing a search, I came across many others who have experienced the same problem. Apparently it has something to do with the fuel sending unit. A similar problem was found on the 2000-2004 Xterra models and a recall was performed when the vehicle would stop after not getting any fuel, posing a great danger. It seems that something in the unit is faulty and will corrode over time. There is a general consensus that everyone who is having the problem is experiencing the same thing after having the vehicle for over 2 yrs and with around 39k-49k. If this problem existed in previous models, and it was recalled, the 2005-2007 Xterras, frontiers, and pathfinders should get this fixed at no charge to the customer!! why wait for accidents and possible deaths, especially since the problem lies in an integral part of the vehicle. Cost of repair ranges from $300-600. ".

My 2007 Nissan Xterra has a fuel gauge that does not go to full after the tank is filled. The gauge drops to empty and the fuel indicator light goes on indicating low fuel. In addition, the service engine soon message indicator light goes on. This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic, increasing the risk of crash. There currently is a recall on the 2006 and 2008 models (NHTSA #10v075000) related to a faulty fuel sender float arm causing the instrument panel to mislead. This is very common as there are many complaints of the same issue.

On 4/16/2010 I filled up my 2007 Nissan Xterra 4x4 with gas. When I started the engine I noticed the fuel gauge only read 1/2 tank and that the "service engine soon" lamp was on. The light has remained on since and I have had to reset the trip mileage everytime I refuel so that I don't run out of gas. I called the dealer and they said most likely it is the fuel level sensor and that they would have to drop the tank and replace the sensor/pump assembly. Fine I said, then they told me it would cost around $600, not fine. I decided to shop around because the price was too high. While doing some research online I found out that this is a very common problem and was the cause for recalls on the '02-'03 Xterras. If this was a recall in earlier models why has it not been fixed in the later models. I am very upset and do not want to be ripped off for a malfunctioning part.

The fuel sending unit (fsu) on my 2007 Nissan Xterra is no longer sending fuel level to the dash gauge. Nissan has admitted fault on 2006 model years only, and has issued a recall for that year, however the forum I am on for my Xterra shows it to be a consistent problem for Xterras manufactured from 2005-2008. This has left a number of people stranded with no fuel (including myself in the middle of the freeway) while still showing 1/4 tank of gas. At other times, the gauge will show completely empty after having just been filled completely. Dealers are currently charging $400-$500 to repair an obviously defective unit that could result in someone being seriously injured.

Filled fuel tank on April 5, 2010. Upon starting vehicle, fuel gauge showed full. Five minutes later, fuel gauge slowly moves until it is showing completely empty, and low fuel warning light came on. Three days later, the gauge is still showing empty, and the fuel warning light is on. A service engine soon light is also illuminated. Today, the gauge moved up and down several times, leaving me no sure way to know what the true level of fuel is. Upon taking to a Nissan dealership for repair, I was told that it is a common, known problem by Nissan, but that I would be responsible for all repair costs. At this time, I have absolutely no way of knowing what level of fuel there is in my vehicle. I cannot believe that Nissan would not want to fix a known problem that could result in a vehicle running out of fuel, and possibly causing a crash because the vehicle could not accelerate.

When gas tank gets to 1/4 mark the gas tank empty light comes on the the gas gauge stops working. Shortly after the check engine light comes on. The same thing happens when I fill my gas tank up when it is at a 1/2 tank. The gas gauge drops to empty, the gas tank empty light comes on and then the check engine light. There is a recall out from Nissan for 2006 and 2008 Xterras for the same problem. For some reason Nissan skipped their 2007 Xterra model on this recall.

I have a 2007 Nissan Xterra, and my son has a 2005 Nissan Xterra. He has since replaced his fuel tank indicator. Mine has just started to indicate more gas then what is actually there. Nissan has cherry picked some of the vehicles for recall, while ignoring the bulk of them in an effort minimize cost. This should not be allowed. I only have 39,000 mi. On the odometer. What if I went to pull out into traffic showing a half a tank of gas, but actually none.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact was driving approximately 55 mph and the fuel gauge indicator illuminated. The fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading of half full, and the fuel tank was consumed to the full capacity. Additionally, the fuel gauge reading fluctuated from full to empty. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no related recalls. The failure and current mileages were 66,445. Updated 07/08/10 the consumer stated the problem with his vehicle has not been resolved. Updated 07/09/10.

I filled up my 2007 Nissan Xterra at the gas station. When I started driving down the road the fuel gauge showed it was on empty and the service engine soon light came on. After about 100 miles of driving the fuel gauge started to go up. The next time I filled up the car with gas the same problem happened. Then while waiting at a bank drive-thru the gas gauge went to empty even though there was over half a tank of gas. Nissan recently recalled vehicles for fuel gauge problems, but the Nissan dealership told me today that my car is not included in the recall even though I am having the same problem. I have to track how many miles I am driving, so I do not run out of gas.

I had 1/4 of a tank of gas and went to fill up. After filling up my gas tank, I turned on the car, at which point the needle did not register the full tank. After driving a couple miles, the check engine light came on. I went directly to the dealer and was told that it was a fuel sending unit/sensor and that it was no longer covered after 30k miles. After returning home and doing research, I went online to x. Nissanhelp. Com after performing a search, I came across many others who have experienced the same problem. Apparently it has something to do with the fuel sending unit. A similar problem was found on the 2000-2004 Xterra models and a recall was performed when the vehicle would stop after not getting any fuel, posing a great danger. It seems that something in the unit is faulty and will corrode over time. There is a general consensus that everyone who is having the problem is experiencing the same thing after having the vehicle for over 2 yrs and with around 39k-49k. If this problem existed in previous models, and it was recalled, the 2005-2007 Xterras, frontiers, and pathfinders should get this fixed at no charge to the customer!! why wait for accidents and possible deaths, especially since the problem lies in an integral part of the vehicle. Cost of repair ranges from $300-600.

My fuel gauge doesn't work at all. It reads that I have anywhere from a half of tank to quarter tank when its really empty. Check engine light always on.

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact dispensed fuel into the fuel tank to the full capacity level. The indicator displayed an empty fuel message. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure was contributed to the fuel sensor gauge. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer advised that the service repair would be at the owners expense. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction at this time. The failure mileage was 39,000. The current mileage was 39,638.