NHTSA recall 06V003000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Nissan Murano
Reported Jan 10, 2006205,000 vehicles affectedNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.Built Apr 24, 2002 – Nov 24, 2005
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, due to the location of the forward edge of the fuel tank, in the event that a vehicle front tire runs over a small, sharp object in the road, catches it and propels it towards the rear of the vehicle, it may strike and puncture the fuel tank.
The risk
A punctured tank could increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will install protectors in front of the tank free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2006. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.