Component Description
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Nissan North America, Inc.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
0
End Date Of Manufacturing
0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
46
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20200406
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
Nissan North America, Inc.
Report Received Date
20200226
Record Creation Date
20200227
Defect Summary
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Versa vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the fuel tank wall thickness may be insufficient, potentially causing a small hole in the tank seam area.
Consequence Summary
If a small hole is present, a fuel leak may occur if the operator fills the tank over half full, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Summary
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Recall Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
