No fires have been reported, according to Nissan.
Nissan North America is recalling almost 80,000 cars and sport utility vehicles because a fuel sensor in the fuel rail can leak after it was improperly tightened during assembly. Heat and vibration subsequently cause the sensor to loosen and leak fuel. Affected are 2011 and 2012 model Juke, as well as Infiniti QX SUVs and M sedans.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration filing just posted inexplicably lists the recall under “diesel storage tank assembly.” Like diesels the Nissan models involved use a high pressure, direct injection fuel system. Unlike diesels, gasoline is the fuel used in the advanced technology engines.
The Nissan fuel system recall is expected to begin on 19 March 2012. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 615-725-1000.
| Make / Model: |
Model Years |
| Infiniti / M |
2011-2012 |
| Infiniti / QX |
2011-2012 |
| Nissan / Juke |
2011-2012 |
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
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