The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, a vapor hose located in the fuel tank May not have been formed correctly during the manufacturing process. When the vehicle is parked with a full fuel tank, fuel May flow into the vapor hose, which is connected to a vapor canister.
The risk
The vapor canister could become full, and excess fuel could spill out onto the ground. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will check the vapor hose connections in the fuel tank to determine if a poor seal exists. If a poor seal is identified, a new fuel tank will be installed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2005. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-269 (05V269000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage |
| Report date | June 7, 2005 |
| Owners notified | August 15, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 44,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-269 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will check the vapor hose connections in the fuel tank to determine if a poor seal exists. If a poor seal is identified, a new fuel tank will be installed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2005. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 44,000 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.