Fuel Shield Recall - PICS - Page 3 - Nissan Murano

**njjoe** · 03-22-2006, 12:16 AM

I am just guessing, but I would think it is a safe bet that no one on the Murano design team was involved in coming up with this fuel shield.

It really looks like something that was designed for a full size Chevy or Ford pick-up.

I can't wait to see what the metal shield looks like.

-njjoe

**zebelkhan** · 03-22-2006, 12:12 PM

I think we should have MightyMO (since he knows of a metal shop) manufacture a shield using mgthe3 design (see below) and sell it to the rest of us. I prefer that over Nissan's "free" version....

Nissmo · 03-22-2006, 12:19 PM

I am going to take the free Nissan one, take it off, heat and cut it if necessary, to form the bottom edge back around tank.

**njjoe** · 03-22-2006, 12:59 PM

Has anyone received the recall letter yet?

I am curious to see what is says with regards to compliance. Does it make any statements regarding the warranty status if we decide against compliance?

-njjoe

ekaxel · 03-22-2006, 01:03 PM

It seems that this would change the road clearance spec. I wonder if Nissan will change it?

**Kris** · 03-22-2006, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ekaxel
It seems that this would change the road clearance spec. I wonder if Nissan will change it?

I do not think so. The middle mufler is still the lowest point. Or maybe some parts of suspension....

samwlee · 03-22-2006, 02:08 PM

So let' see.. it looks ugly... and it doesn't protect the bottom of the tank.. it looks like a hack job.. so why should I get it done?

Wouldn't the best shield be a think metal plate that covers the bottom plastic part of the tank??????

**njjoe** · 03-22-2006, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by samwlee
So let' see.. it looks ugly... and it doesn't protect the bottom of the tank.. it looks like a hack job.. so why should I get it done?

Wouldn't the best shield be a think metal plate that covers the bottom plastic part of the tank??????

samwlee-

If the MO were a true off-road capable SUV and you were looking to add a skid plate to the fuel tank, then yes, the shield should cover the bottom of the tank. However, the fuel shield is not designed as a skid plate. It's sole purpose is to protect the front, vertical surface of the tank from stones that are kicked up by the front tires.

-njjoe

**Eric L.** · 03-22-2006, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by njjoe

samwlee-

If the MO were a true off-road capable SUV and you were looking to add a skid plate to the fuel tank, then yes, the shield should cover the bottom of the tank. However, the fuel shield is not designed as a skid plate. It's sole purpose is to protect the front, vertical surface of the tank from stones that are kicked up by the front tires.

-njjoe

Agreed. I am not so concerned the fuel tank shield is not pretty looking - hey it does the job and Nissan stepped forward to fix a safety issue.

ekaxel · 03-22-2006, 05:32 PM

I don't think "pretty looking" is the REAL issue. Airflow, snowplow effect/ground clearance, and the chance of knocking it off are the real problems. Something smoother like Z's picture would be much better all around. We need to see the OEM aluminum one.
I am still concerned about some of the posts whhich say it isn't needed on some models.

nissanlove · 03-22-2006, 05:34 PM

they didn't give me a direct reason why our murano didn't need one.

**Kris** · 03-22-2006, 09:42 PM

Common guys, "Nissan stepped forward", "does not have to be pretty" - I do not buy it. It is simply ugly and I doubt it does the job. If an engineer (and I mean engineer!) had a look at it I am pretty sure the solution would be more elegant. We paid $35k for this vehicle and, at least I would expect more. If I do get a recall letter I will go to a dealer. But if it really does look as bad as on the photos I am going to make dealer de-install it. Otherwise they will see ”better half of me”…..and it happened only once in my life…….Murano deserves something better.

Sorry guys, I am usually very agreeable person but on this issue I will not budge……

rjardine · 03-22-2006, 10:03 PM

In an earlier post, possibly in a related thread, I wondered out loud what this would do for the airflow under the car. Thanks to the excellent pictures provided in this thread, the answer is clearly nothing good and I for one do not plan to have this installed.

However I recall the aluminum one that is also (supposedly) available seemed to be more streamlined. Can anyone comment on this and/or post pics?

Enforcer · 03-22-2006, 10:06 PM

No that sound you heard wasn't an earthquake. It was just my jaw hitting the floor in Alabama. LOL

I sat here a while thinking I better not say this. But I just have to; apologies up front...

I haven't seen anything this unimaginitive and maladroit in at least a week or two.

Obviously the result of quick and cheap which is quite pervasive these days so it is expected. Probably a marvel given the lawyers and yen pinchers breathing down your neck. I would like to think this isn't the final solution but I know that's probably just a fantasy.

Good pics, thanks.

**Kris** · 03-22-2006, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Enforcer
Obviously the result of quick and cheap which is quite pervasive these days so it is expected. Probably a marvel given the lawyers and yen pinchers breathing down your neck. I would like to think this isn't the final solution but I know that's probably just a fantasy.

Good pics, thanks.

You nailed it! Say no more........

03-22-2006, 12:16 AM	#31 (permalink)
njjoe Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jersey Shore (not THAT Jersey Shore, the real one) Posts: 11,744	I am just guessing, but I would think it is a safe bet that no one on the Murano design team was involved in coming up with this fuel shield. It really looks like something that was designed for a full size Chevy or Ford pick-up. I can't wait to see what the metal shield looks like. -njjoe __________________ 2005 SL AWD, Platinum -OEM HID conversion & HID fogs -OEM iPod interface -Upgraded (non-Bose) speakers - Pioneer TS-A1702C & TS-G1643R -Muth signal mirrors -Valley Industries hitch and wiring harness -Aluminum fuel tank shields

03-22-2006, 12:12 PM	#32 (permalink)
zebelkhan Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 6,042	I think we should have MightyMO (since he knows of a metal shop) manufacture a shield using mgthe3 design (see below) and sell it to the rest of us. I prefer that over Nissan's "free" version.... Attached Thumbnails __________________ 2004 SL AWD - Super Black - Leather Package (Café latte) - Tow Package - Floor Mats - Splash Guards - Cargo Area Protector - Rear Bumper Protector - Front Window Tint - Dawn Color Matched Body Side Molding – Day Time Running Lights - PAC-NIS1 Aux Audio input - Pressure Pro TPMS and Anti Theft Sensor Locks - 7" Xenarc VGA Touchscreen - Compaq EVO e-PC 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 Carputer with 120GB HD, DSATX PSU / Shutdown Controller, Road Runner Front End, iGuidance 3.0 Navigation, DVD player, Internet access, XM satellite radio, Deluo GPS receiver, Linksys WiFi Antenna, TERK XM antenna - Tweeter 22uF CAP mod - Magnetbra - Custom Backup Camera - Aries Polished Stainless Steel Sidestep (nerf) Bars - Euro-Tech Nudge Bar - Homemade Lower Grill Cover - Auxiliary Projection Fog Lamps - Aluminum Fuel Tank Shields - Wade Window Deflectors - Nissan Sunroof Deflector - Scosche UBRH Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit

03-22-2006, 12:19 PM	#33 (permalink)
Nissmo Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Hobart WI Posts: 127	I am going to take the free Nissan one, take it off, heat and cut it if necessary, to form the bottom edge back around tank. __________________ Links: 05 Murano SE 03 Maxima 6sp 00 Corvette 6sp modified 04 Touareg V6 Retired

03-22-2006, 12:59 PM	#34 (permalink)
njjoe Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jersey Shore (not THAT Jersey Shore, the real one) Posts: 11,744	Has anyone received the recall letter yet? I am curious to see what is says with regards to compliance. Does it make any statements regarding the warranty status if we decide against compliance? -njjoe __________________ 2005 SL AWD, Platinum -OEM HID conversion & HID fogs -OEM iPod interface -Upgraded (non-Bose) speakers - Pioneer TS-A1702C & TS-G1643R -Muth signal mirrors -Valley Industries hitch and wiring harness -Aluminum fuel tank shields

03-22-2006, 01:03 PM	#35 (permalink)
ekaxel Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,164	It seems that this would change the road clearance spec. I wonder if Nissan will change it? __________________ '03 SL everything but OEM Nav Magellan Roadmate 1700 7" in dash Valentine One Black grille DrawTite 2" hitch & homemade harness Excalibur 1620 alarm Magnetbra Full spare tire Roof rails with crossbars Aluminum fuel tank shield Optima Red Top battery HID fogs/DRL 3 new door lock assemblies 235/65R17 Dean Wintercat snows Backup camera Parking sensor (IR) system GROM IPOD/USB/AUX audio interface with Bluetooth New CVT 1/12

03-22-2006, 02:08 PM	#37 (permalink)
samwlee Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 126	So let' see.. it looks ugly... and it doesn't protect the bottom of the tank.. it looks like a hack job.. so why should I get it done? Wouldn't the best shield be a think metal plate that covers the bottom plastic part of the tank?????? __________________ ---------------------------------------------- 2004 Silver/Black Murano SL AWD, Touring, Sunroof visor, Mud flaps, Cargo Protector, HuskyLiner Floor mats

03-22-2006, 05:32 PM	#40 (permalink)
ekaxel Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,164	I don't think "pretty looking" is the REAL issue. Airflow, snowplow effect/ground clearance, and the chance of knocking it off are the real problems. Something smoother like Z's picture would be much better all around. We need to see the OEM aluminum one. I am still concerned about some of the posts whhich say it isn't needed on some models. __________________ '03 SL everything but OEM Nav Magellan Roadmate 1700 7" in dash Valentine One Black grille DrawTite 2" hitch & homemade harness Excalibur 1620 alarm Magnetbra Full spare tire Roof rails with crossbars Aluminum fuel tank shield Optima Red Top battery HID fogs/DRL 3 new door lock assemblies 235/65R17 Dean Wintercat snows Backup camera Parking sensor (IR) system GROM IPOD/USB/AUX audio interface with Bluetooth New CVT 1/12

03-22-2006, 05:34 PM	#41 (permalink)
nissanlove Super Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Edmonton,AB Posts: 1,373	they didn't give me a direct reason why our murano didn't need one. __________________ The Finish Line... Is Only The Begining 2005 Nissan Murano SE with TECH PKG. "Z" GRILL,PolarStart Remote Car Starter(made in Alberta for Alberta) JWT Pop charger SE Black Chrome wheels with Bridgestone dueler HP SPORT rubber custom flowmaster rear exhaust

03-22-2006, 09:42 PM	#42 (permalink)
Kris Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lake Lanier Posts: 5,246	Common guys, "Nissan stepped forward", "does not have to be pretty" - I do not buy it. It is simply ugly and I doubt it does the job. If an engineer (and I mean engineer!) had a look at it I am pretty sure the solution would be more elegant. We paid $35k for this vehicle and, at least I would expect more. If I do get a recall letter I will go to a dealer. But if it really does look as bad as on the photos I am going to make dealer de-install it. Otherwise they will see ”better half of me”…..and it happened only once in my life…….Murano deserves something better. Sorry guys, I am usually very agreeable person but on this issue I will not budge…… __________________ had: 03 MO SL, Gold, 2WD, Premium, leather, sunroof, Mobil 1, B-Quiet, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve, HIR's in fogs 08 CTS 304 HP Direct Injection Engine. Fully loaded with every option except AWD 04 FX35, AWD, Touring loaded, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve Dream car: Ferrari Italia ------------------------------------------------ "It's not about how fast you go, it's about how you go fast" - Enzo Ferrari

03-22-2006, 10:03 PM	#43 (permalink)
rjardine Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: East St. Paul, MB, Canada Posts: 174	In an earlier post, possibly in a related thread, I wondered out loud what this would do for the airflow under the car. Thanks to the excellent pictures provided in this thread, the answer is clearly nothing good and I for one do not plan to have this installed. However I recall the aluminum one that is also (supposedly) available seemed to be more streamlined. Can anyone comment on this and/or post pics? __________________ 2003 SL AWD Gold/Latte (Canadian Package) Arrived May 2004

03-22-2006, 10:06 PM	#44 (permalink)
Enforcer Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Huntspatch, Alabama Posts: 2,065	No that sound you heard wasn't an earthquake. It was just my jaw hitting the floor in Alabama. LOL I sat here a while thinking I better not say this. But I just have to; apologies up front... I haven't seen anything this unimaginitive and maladroit in at least a week or two. Obviously the result of quick and cheap which is quite pervasive these days so it is expected. Probably a marvel given the lawyers and yen pinchers breathing down your neck. I would like to think this isn't the final solution but I know that's probably just a fantasy. Good pics, thanks. __________________ Click Here For More Info.

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