Fuel tank breather tube incorrectly attached
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 titan diesel xd vehicles manufactured august 7, 2015, to september 1, 2016. the affected vehicles may not have had the temporary fuel tank breather tube cap removed during the vehicle's assembly and the fuel tank breather tube may not have been connected to the bed rail. as a result, the fuel tank may not have the proper ventilation, possibly causing the fuel gauge and the distance to empty meter to both display inaccurately.
Safety Consequence
If the fuel gauge reads incorrectly, the vehicle can run out of fuel without the driver being aware, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank breather tube, replacing the fuel tank, fuel sending unit, and/or fuel tank breather tube, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on december 12, 2016. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 16V847000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V847000?
NHTSA recall 16V847000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on November 22, 2016. It addresses: Fuel tank breather tube incorrectly attached. The recall affects approximately 12,112 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Diesel component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V847000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.