NHTSA Recall 06V092000: Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 42,000 vehicles. It affects 2005–2006 Nissan Frontier.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V092000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R0603 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
| Report received | March 30, 2006 |
| Owner notification | April 24, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain king cab trucks, in a severe side impact crash, there is a possibility that deformation of the vehicle's body could cause the fuel filler cap tether to be stretched to the point of unscrewing the fuel filler cap.
Safety risk
This may result in a fuel spill which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel cap tether pin assembly with a modified one free of charge. The recall began on april 24, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Nissan recall no. R0603.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V092000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.