Recall 95V-244: 1989–1994 Nissan Maxima, 1990–1992 Nissan Stanza
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Dec 15, 1995, covering about 747,000 vehicles.
The problem
It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.
The risk
Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.
Notes
System: fuel; fuel tank assembly; pipe; filler; neck.vehicle description:passenger vehicles registered in the following states:connecticut; delaware; district of columbia; illinois; indiana; iowa; maine; maryland; massachusetts; michigan; minnesota; new hampshire; new jersey; new york; ohio; pennsylvania; rhode island; vermont; wisconsin; and west virginia.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 95V244000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Maxima | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Nissan Stanza | 1990, 1991, 1992 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 95V-244?
It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.
How is recall 95V-244 fixed?
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.