Nissan/fuel filler tube assembly
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. corrosion of the fuel filler tube assembly can occur, especially those vehicles operated in the "salt belt," resulting in fuel leakage.
Safety Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the fuel filler tube and replace the tube with a new one. any other components of the fuel filler tube assembly which are damaged or deteriorated will also be replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 97V072000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 97V072000?
NHTSA recall 97V072000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 22, 1997. It addresses: Nissan/fuel filler tube assembly. The recall affects approximately 85,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V072000 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.