The problem
On certain pickup trucks equipped with six cylinder engines and sport utility vehicles equipped with four or six cylinder engines, the fuel pump terminal on the fuel-sending unit can develop a crack in the plastic molding. This can cause the terminal strip to corrode under some environmental conditions.
The risk
If corrosion occurs, the terminal strip could eventually break causing the fuel pump to stop operation. This will result in not being able to start the engine or cause the engine to stop running without warning, which can result in a crash.
The fix
In the following states, dealers will replace the fuel-sending unit. These states are connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, tennessee, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. In the other states, the dealer will inspect the fuel pump terminal on the sending unit for corrosion. If corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the unit. If there is not corrosion, the dealer will apply sealant to the terminal housing to help prevent corrosion in the future. Owner notification began on June 28, 2004. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-230 (04V230000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump |
| Report date | May 24, 2004 |
| Owners notified | June 28, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 586,196 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
- 1999 Nissan Frontier fuel system problems 13
- 2000 Nissan Frontier fuel system problems 28
- 2001 Nissan Frontier fuel system problems 33
- 2002 Nissan Frontier fuel system problems 25
- 2003 Nissan Frontier fuel system problems 16
- 2000 Nissan Xterra fuel system problems 66
- 2001 Nissan Xterra fuel system problems 32
- 2002 Nissan Xterra fuel system problems 13
- 2003 Nissan Xterra fuel system problems 16
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-230 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: In the following states, dealers will replace the fuel-sending unit. These states are connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 586,196 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.