| mdave2 |
My dealer (Ann Arbor Nissan) offered to do the fuel tank shield recall when I went in for an oil change today since he had the part in stock. (I haven’t received a notice in the mail as yet). It took about a half hour and changes the side appearance of the MO somewhat since the shield is visible from either side if you’re standing more than a few paces away from the car.
Dealer also ordered parts for a seatbelt recall.
Here are a few pictures of the shield. |
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| mdave2 |
| Fuel Tank Shield Recall Pic2 |
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| mdave2 |
| Oops - forgot this one. This is really the last pic. |
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| jballchat |
Thanks for the great pics. Is the shield metal or molded plastic?
Looks like plastic. |
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| Eric L. |
| Great clear pictures! Thanks. I should get mine done soon as well. |
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| Nissmo |
| Went to all the trouble to take out my middle hanging muffler now that ugly SOB? |
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| mdave2 |
quote:
Originally posted by jballchat
Thanks for the great pics. Is the shield metal or molded plastic?
Looks like plastic.
The shield is black molded plastic. Also the dealer said that no drilling is required. NNA figured out a way to bolt it on it using existing mount points. |
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| dmako |
| Wow! Has your MPG gone down with that thing? |
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| Corin |
I'm still waiting to see what the aluminum shield looks like. I have a feeling I'll like it better for my Platinum MO than the black plastic one.
Has anyone seen it? |
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| samwlee |
| Am I missing something or is the bottom of the tank not shielded still? IF so what's the point of this? |
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| Eric L. |
quote:
Originally posted by Corin
I'm still waiting to see what the aluminum shield looks like. I have a feeling I'll like it better for my Platinum MO than the black plastic one.
Has anyone seen it?
It will most likely be black painted aluminum, so the look will not be different. An example is the oil pan on the MO - its aluminum, but also black color. |
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| mdave2 |
quote:
Originally posted by samwlee
Am I missing something or is the bottom of the tank not shielded still? IF so what's the point of this?
You are correct. Only the front of the tank is shielded. I guess they expect anything kicked up by the front tires to hit the front of the tank. The shield extends a little below the level of the tank and they may be expecting that "lip" to protect the bottom of the tank from anything coming at it from an angle. I would have preferred the shield to continue along the bottom of the tank. |
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| Halo |
Holy crap that looks like ass. And I mean that in the most sincere "let's take a beautifully sculpted SUV body and add a snowplow to the bottom of it" kind of way :2:
Absulutely no disrespect intended at mdave2 or his MO, btw. In fact, thank you for posting so many good pics of the part. :29: |
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| Kris |
It looks absolutely awful! I cannot imagine installing this on my car. The middle muffler is ugly enough. And now this! I think whoever designed this “protector” should attend classes in art.
I had a look at my car and am positive I could do much better. And most likely I will.
Still it is beyond me how somebody can design such beautiful cars (latest Nissans and Infinitis) and not see such an ugly thing…..hrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr |
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| ekaxel |
| When someone tries it in deep snow, please post results! |
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| mdave2 |
quote:
Originally posted by Kris
I had a look at my car and am positive I could do much better. And most likely I will.
I notice it jutting out everytime I approach the MO.
Kris, (or anyone else for that matter) if you figure out a better shield please share it with us. I for one would love to get rid of this misplaced air dam on my car. I really do not like the look of it from the side, (not to mention possible issues with deep snow, aerodynamics, mileage etc).
If the svc mgr had not mentioned the fact that he's seen a couple of damaged fuel tanks, I would probably take the damn thing (pun not intended) off. |
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| njjoe |
:28: U G L Y
It looks like it belongs on a Ford F-150.
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| nissanlove |
| HOLY what a HONKER!!!!! there goes the mo's excellent drag coefficient. my dad asked about this new fuel sheild and our service department stated that our murano dosn't need it. it looks like a pretty must need part from the size of it. |
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| Margatenj |
Thanks for the photos and the heads up!
Does anyone have photos of this before that black plastic crap was attached? ...never mind I have one outside I can look at :D ...talk about lazy!
Anyone here have the know how to design a sleeker version and make it ...that we can buy?
Maybe make a mockup of what the underside looks like and use a heatgun on a sheet of heavy plastic to have it form to the mock ups shape, drill some holes, cut to size and attach...
this thing ... looks like if you hit a chuck of ice on the road it would break/fold-in and crush your fuel lines! ...its just UGLY |
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| Kris |
| I definitely intend to make one. I hate this ugly thing Nissan designed. Just need to find time..... |
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| maximus96 |
| can somebody tell me if the 06 needs to install this ugly contraption? maybe some bars on the side can help hide the uglies. |
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| nissanlove |
| they said it's not needed for my late model 05 soo i guess it depeneds on how lazy your service department is. |
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| lawbroker |
| If I simply ignore the recall notice and 'take my chances' and not get this thing installed, do you think that would affect my warranty and/or cause problems when I turn it in at lease termination?? |
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| njjoe |
quote:
Originally posted by lawbroker
If I simply ignore the recall notice and 'take my chances' and not get this thing installed, do you think that would affect my warranty and/or cause problems when I turn it in at lease termination??
Lawbroker-
No, it should not be a problem at all when you turn it in. The dealer will probably just apply the fix at that time.
I also do not believe it will adversely affect your warranty. If the transfer case or power steering pump fails, there is no way they can blame it on you ignoring the fuel tank shield recall.
Just my two cents....
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| Kris |
I had a second look at the photos……………no, I will not have this “thing” installed. No way.
Just wonder, what Mr. Goshen is going to do. He has a Murano in his garage….I bet he could not stand the look of it. Unless he was paid 2c…:D
I am definitely going to look at making protector myself. I hope I have time before heading West..... |
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| jballchat |
| I guess I'm one of the lucky few who doesn't look at the underside of his MO. I've had it for nearly a year and I swear I've never looked down there. |
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| Gonzo |
| Come on fellas, its not so bad. If you ever get stuck in the MO no you can use the front CVT scoop AND the new field shield as tools to dig your way out after you rip 'em off. :p |
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| njjoe |
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.
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| zebelkhan |
| 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.... |
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| Nissmo |
| 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. |
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| njjoe |
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 |
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| ekaxel |
| It seems that this would change the road clearance spec. I wonder if Nissan will change it? |
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| Kris |
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.... |
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| 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?????? |
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| njjoe |
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.
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| Eric L. |
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. |
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| ekaxel |
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. |
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| nissanlove |
| they didn't give me a direct reason why our murano didn't need one. |
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| Kris |
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…… |
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| rjardine |
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? |
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| Enforcer |
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. |
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| Kris |
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........ |
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| njjoe |
Kris,
You are preaching to the choir.
Yes, it is good that Nissan stepped up to the plate and initiated a recall after receiving only a handful of complaints.
Yes, it is nice that Nissan designed a plastic shield that uses the existing chassis holes and requires no drilling.
Yes, it is good that Nissan designed a shield that appears to be more than capable of protecting the tank from stones being kicked up by the front wheels.
However, aesthetics was obviously not one of the criteria considered by the design team when this shield was on the drawing board.
From whatever angle you view the Murano, every line flows very smoothly to the adjoining surface. There are no rough edges; everything flows from one surface to the next. The fuel shield is an aberration to the Murano design. It looks like the afterthought that it is. It belongs on the Xterra or the Frontier, not the Murano.
I passed on several recalls on the Jeep that I did not deem to be worthwhile. I plan to do the same in this instance.
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| GripperDon |
You could retain all the attachment points and general shape at the attachment interface and cut off the, oh say bottom 2/3rds, and replace with a form fitting Steel shell that would act as a second skin to the fuel tank. I would probably have an elastomeric inter layer between the tank and the shield.
Result you would see a shape that looked like the gas tank but about 0.50 to 0.75 1inch expanded. Would not change the underbody aerodynamics much and definately not act to get knocked off in the snow or mud or maybe even deep water. |
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| UncaDanno |
Sculpture in motion, huh?
Rube Goldberg, maybe?
I would be really interested in knowing why the later models don't need it. Not conjecture. The REASON they don't need it.
Then see what the difference is between the not-need models and the "needful" ones. |
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| GripperDon |
| Sorry. However I assume that is the reason. |
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| samwlee |
Yes Nissan did step to the plate and made a fix - and perhaps I'm being nitpicky b/c it's "looks ugly" or is a "hack-job"...
But it is such an unprofessional attempt at a fix.. for a $35K car. If I had a old 1994 F-150, sure that would work. But on a fairly new vehicle? I expect more than that! If the Murano was an off-road capable vehicle, it wouldn't have a PLASTIC fuel tank in the first place. |
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| KSmurano |
Here is the TSB summary & it appears some 03 to 06's are efffected.
What's the difference between the "SOME"??? :confused:
Here is the link:
http://www.nissan-techinfo.com/niss...VRefNo=NTB06023
NTB06023
Nissan has determined that some 2003-2006 model year Nissan Murano vehicles may have a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety. If the front tires run over a small, sharp object in the road, there is a possibility that a front tire may propel it towards the rear of the vehicle. Due to the location of the fuel tank, the object may strike the forward portion of the tank. This could result in a puncture in the tank and a fuel leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire could occur. To prevent this condition from occurring, Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign to install protectors in front of the fuel tank free of charge. See this bulletin for further detail. |
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| Margatenj |
Does anyone know if there a recall on the Infiniti FX for the same problem?
I'd bet its not a ugly black plastic shoe box! |
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| mdave2 |
I logged a case with Nissan customer service (1-800-NISSAN-1) regarding the undesirable design/appearance of the fuel tank shield on my MO. The cust rep gave me her name/ext as well as a case number and said someone from Nissan would be calling me within 24 hrs to discuss my concerns.
It might help if others did the same. Is it possible that if enough people complain we may all benefit by way of a redesigned shield...???
Will provide update(s) when/if Nissan calls... |
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| nissanlove |
| they did the undesirable when the murano was in for service today. they put that honkin peace of plastic on. what a gastly object. it is extremely noticable and a major eye sore. i am with you mdave2. i'll be giving them a call tommorow and fileing a case also. this is just rediculous. it ruins the appearance of the car and draws loads of attention to it. |
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| Enforcer |
quote:
Originally posted by mdave2
The cust rep gave me her name/ext as well as a case number and said someone from Nissan would be calling me within 24 hrs to discuss my concerns.
Point them to this forum and this thread. |
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| UncaDanno |
nissanlove, did they give you a reason why your MO went from not needing the mod to needing the mod?
What I am really interested in is this: if you look at a MO that has been deemed as NOT needing the mod, is there an ugly manhole cover catcher hanging down from its belly?
If so, Nissan needs to shut the h3ll up about "Sculpture in motion."
If not, then why in h3ll do have they decided to ugly up so many MOs? |
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| nissanlove |
| well apparently there reason was that they "just received" the recall notice to the service department yesterday and apparently ours is now included. my dad, when he dropped off the MO, told them that that was a bunch of hooey and that it's been circuling magazines and the net for months. the rediculous excuses some people come up with to sae there butts. |
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| Coness |
Oh sweeeeeet Momma!!!!! That truly does look like "mung." I don't know what mung is, but it is the most awful thing you can think of!
I live in MN where it snows like there is no tomorrow and that some-o-biotch is gonna drag. Hell, I could plow my driveway w/ that thing. I bet that in the summer that this will cause whistling noises. Forget about putting whistlers on your tail pipe, install this fuel shield.:D
It is great that Nissan stepped up to fixing this, but come on now. The thing looks like the engineers put 5 minutes of thought into it. Seriously if anyone comes up w/ a better design, I am in.
Can someone post the number to make the complaint! |
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| mdave2 |
quote:
Originally posted by Coness
Can someone post the number to make the complaint!
1-800-NISSAN-1
I called and opened a case and was supposed to get a call from Nissan within a day or so, I'm still waiting. |
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| njjoe |
I went under the MO today to take a closer look.
There is a sheet-metal shield already installed that covers maybe a third of the bottom and a quarter of the front of the tank. It is a nice design that stands off about 1/4" from the tank, and closely follows the tank's contours.
It's too bad Nissan did not use this technique when formulating the retrofit shield.
I am still curious to see the new shield that is fitted at the factory. I am assuming it is not the same gawky (mungy?) piece as the retrofit unit.
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| njjoe |
I went under the MO today to take a closer look.
There is a sheet-metal shield already installed that covers maybe a third of the bottom and a quarter of the front of the tank. It is a nice design that stands off about 1/4" from the tank, and closely follows the tank's contours.
It's too bad Nissan did not use this technique when formulating the retrofit shield.
I am still curious to see the new shield that is fitted at the factory. I am assuming it is not the same gawky (mungy?) piece as the retrofit unit.
-njjoe |
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| f23a |
| I just cancelled the appt I had @ my Nissan dealer for tomorrow's installation. I dont want that thing on my Mo. I'll take my chances with the ricocheting debris. :1pat: |
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| wa4qfy |
quote:
Originally posted by f23a
I just cancelled the appt I had @ my Nissan dealer for tomorrow's installation. I dont want that thing on my Mo. I'll take my chances with the ricocheting debris. :1pat:
You might have been luckier and gotten the aluminum version, check out the link KSmurano found.
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Originally posted by KSmurano
See the aluminum shield, 4 pages down, Figure 1.
The lesser of 2 evils.:3:
Also see Figure 6 for a front view.
http://www.nissanhelp.com/Ownership.../NTB06-023-.htm
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| njjoe |
quote:
Originally posted by wa4qfy
You might have been luckier and gotten the aluminum version, check out the link KSmurano found.
wa4qfy-
Nice pic.
Now that is what I expected from the Murano design team. Form AND function combined into one package. The plastic shield looks like it was designed by the Ford F-150 team.
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| Kris |
| Just checked out the murano help site - the aluminum protector looks good. I will definitely ask for it. The plastic one - forget it! It is just a bad joke..... |
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| maximus96 |
quote:
Originally posted by Kris
Just checked out the murano help site - the aluminum protector looks good. I will definitely ask for it. The plastic one - forget it! It is just a bad joke.....
well sh!t, looks like my 06 falls in the recall range. can you just to go the dealership and request the aluminum shield? |
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| Kris |
quote:
...... can you just to go the dealership and request the aluminum shield?
Good question. I guess nothing stops us from doung so. Let's try. |
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| f23a |
quote:
Originally posted by wa4qfy
You might have been luckier and gotten the aluminum version, check out the link KSmurano found.
I've never had much luck with anything servicewise at my local dealer. But as I'm driving our Mo from NJ to Florida, maybe I'll check with one of the central Florida dealers. |
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| SExyMurano |
| I have been trying to get the aluminum fuel shields vs the butt ugly plastic one's from they day I heard of the recall. What really makes me mad is that Nissan's official (teaser site) http://www.nissanhelp.com/Ownership...6/NTB06-023.htm shows the aluminum part that they have made, but according Nissan, the part number for it is super-ceded by the plastic shield. I have called Nissan 3 times with complaints, without any prevail. I told them that the Mo that I purchased at the dealership did not look like it had an extra set of mud flaps when I payed over 35k. It is obvious that this horrendous plastic covers not only look ugly, but they create less ground clearance, more wind drag, and more noise. I noticed the 07' mo's do have an aluminum cover, which contradicts the lier's at Nissan that say that an aluminum one is simply not available. It's evident that Nissan wanted to save some money by giving everybody with the recall these ugly plastic eye sores vs they evidently superior aluminum covers. Every Mo owner needs to call Nissan 1(800)647-7261 and complain like me, please. We do not deserve these plastic eye sores (because our cars did not originally look this way), especially when an aluminum shield that does not protrude is made!!!:banghead: |
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| njjoe |
SEM-
If you don't like the look of the shields then take them off. It's that simple.
I elected to not have them installed because I, too, think they look hideous.
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| SExyMurano |
quote:
Originally posted by njjoe
SEM-
If you don't like the look of the shields then take them off. It's that simple.
I elected to not have them installed because I, too, think they look hideous.
-njjoe
It'll be like taking out a filling in your tooth because it does not look or feel right, does not solve the problem. |
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| Kris |
SExyMurano
your comparison is not that precise.
I would say there is no problem, or if there is it is enormously exaggerated. I was just about to get rid of the ugly plastic shield when Nissan decided to replace it with the aluminum one...but it is a completely different story... |
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| njjoe |
quote:
Originally posted by SExyMurano
It'll be like taking out a filling in your tooth because it does not look or feel right, does not solve the problem.
SEM-
That is an inaccurate analogy. A cavity indicates the tooth was once damaged. A more appropriate analogy would be... It's like wearing a mouth guard when at the supermarket because someone might kick a can and it could hit you in the mouth.
There are tens of thousands of MOs on the road and only 5 or 6 have suffered a punctured gas tank due to road debris. Your chances of having a broken windshield is significantly higher than having a punctured tank.
-njjoe |
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| zebelkhan |
| Just install a nerf bar. You won't even be able to see the plastic shield anymore unless you crawl under the car... |
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| rjardine |
quote:
Originally posted by Kris
SExyMurano
...... I was just about to get rid of the ugly plastic shield when Nissan decided to replace it with the aluminum one...but it is a completely different story...
OK - I'll bite.
How did you get Nissan to do that. Like many others I refuse to have the snowplow installed (although it might help at times up here!!) |
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| Kris |
Read this problem
But be warn you - there are 3 pages of posts... |
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| gnotti211 |
I know that the 2007's have fuel shield made of aluminum...maybe it could fit on other models?
I'm having difficulty posting pictures..any advice? I read the F.A.Q and different forums with still no luck...i would gladly post a picture of it..i have one on my computer right now but it won't upload to this post. :3: |
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| gnotti211 |
| I got them to upload..i'll post the four that i have |
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| gnotti211 |
| View From the Back: |
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| gnotti211 |
| View from Driver side: |
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| gnotti211 |
| Front drivers side again.. |
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| gnotti211 |
| Passenger side view of full shield: |
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| gnotti211 |
| I'm not sure if these will be of any help to anyone, but for those still looking to get something that doesn't look like a plow, maybe the 2007 shield could fit |
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| njjoe |
gnotti211-
Thanx for the pix.
It is easy to see why the aluminum shield is preferred over the current plastic version.
-njjoe |
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| FlyerNo9 |
Just got back from the dealer for an oil change... they told me that they think my shield was hit and now it's pressed against the what it's supposed to be protecting.
I'm going to go out and take some pictures... be right back. |
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| FlyerNo9 |
Upon further inspection it wasn't the Fuel Shield that was hit, it was the, not sure the technical name [help me out if you know it], front air intake.
It looks like the bent piece is pressed against the coils.
Should I be concerned?
What would happen if I just removed the bent intake?
Hope these pictures help.
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| njjoe |
#9-
That is the CVT air scoop. It directs air across the cooling fins cast into the bottom of the CVT.
You have three options: 1)You can remove it altogether, 2) remove it, bang it back into shape, and re-install it, or 3) purchase a plastic one (metal is no longer available) from the dealer. Unless you use the MO as a tow vehicle, I would go with option #1.
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| gnotti211 |
quote:
Originally posted by njjoe
#9-
That is the CVT air scoop. It directs air across the cooling fins cast into the bottom of the CVT.
You have three options: 1)You can remove it altogether, 2) remove it, bang it back into shape, and re-install it, or 3) purchase a plastic one (metal is no longer available) from the dealer. Unless you use the MO as a tow vehicle, I would go with option #1.
-njjoe
-- If he went with #1, would that any effect on the performance considering he wouldn't get the same amount of air flow directed up into it? |
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| njjoe |
quote:
Originally posted by gnotti211
-- If he went with #1, would that any effect on the performance considering he wouldn't get the same amount of air flow directed up into it?
G-
It is my opinion that the air scoop adds very little cooling effect to the CVT. It certainly does not help in stop-and-go traffic. It's biggest benefit would be supplemental cooling when towing a trailer at highway speeds in hot weather.
The CVT has dual water-to-tranny-fluid heat exchangers to remove excess heat from the tranny.
-njjoe |
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| Coness |
quote:
Originally posted by gnotti211
I'm not sure if these will be of any help to anyone, but for those still looking to get something that doesn't look like a plow, maybe the 2007 shield could fit
Yep..many of us had tried to get the non-plastic ones, but have failed. They should theoritically all fit the same, but the $tealers give you some type of BS that if they install one (e.g., non-plastic) that isn't the specified one (e.g., plastic) in the recall they would get in trouble. Sooooooooooooooooo...I have that TOTALLY G. SNOWPLOW!!!!!!:mad: |
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| DvntSavant |
Hi all, new guy here.
Just purchased a used Silver 03 SL and I noticed this Hoover Dam under her a couple days ago. At first I thought it was made out of a cardboard material and I would need to go through the recall dance with the dealership. Upon closer inspection it is indeed the "reinforced plastic" version of protection offered, so the dance might still be on. What might my chances be to change it out for the aluminum tank guard?
I've been compiling a list of things to get replaced on the inside, which TSBs to be bothered with and so forth.
This one is on the top of my list, followed closely by a damaged CVT-cooling-air-deflector-dam-scoop/curb scraper. |
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| SExyMurano |
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Originally posted by DvntSavant
Hi all, new guy here.
Just purchased a used Silver 03 SL and I noticed this Hoover Dam under her a couple days ago. At first I thought it was made out of a cardboard material and I would need to go through the recall dance with the dealership. Upon closer inspection it is indeed the "reinforced plastic" version of protection offered, so the dance might still be on. What might my chances be to change it out for the aluminum tank guard?
I've been compiling a list of things to get replaced on the inside, which TSBs to be bothered with and so forth.
This one is on the top of my list, followed closely by a damaged CVT-cooling-air-deflector-dam-scoop/curb scraper.
Made out of cardboard? Please don't give Nissan any ideas, they seem to really like saving on production costs! |
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| brikhaus |
I was able to get an aluminum shield recently from http://www.abcnissanwholesale.com . George in the ordering department just ordered me a A7285-CC25A Aluminum Shield and I got it in just over a week. He orignally told me it was impossible to order, then after calling the 2 dealers in the USA that had these in stock both dealers said they were customer special orders and they could not sell them but they would tell me how to order it. The dealer has to call their nissan parts rep and get a special order form. They place the part number A7285-CC25A on the form and fax it back to them. Without this procedure it does not come up in their system or it is restricted and they suggest the plastic part which we all hate. Just know the Aluminum can be ordered, they just have to call their parts rep. Anywho it was $14.81 + shipping for me. Totally worth it in my opinion. The info and installation procedure is here. http://www.nissanhelp.com/Ownership...6/NTB06-023.htm
Enjoy
P.S. Other dealers I had spoken with said it took 2 months to come in, so you might have to be patient. This can be ordered from any Nissan dealer but you might have to explain the procedure because most parts guys I talked to did not know what to do with that part number since its restricted. |
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| njjoe |
brikhaus-
Great news!!
I think the moderators should make this a stand-alone post and also a "sticky". It will be easier to find for others looking for an alternative to the ugly plastic shields.
Thanx again.
-njjoe |
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| Stoker |
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Originally posted by dmako
Wow! Has your MPG gone down with that thing?
I have had mine on for 18 months and found no difference in fuel economy. |
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| brikhaus |
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Originally posted by Livin
my 06 VIN does not fall within the range on here:
http://www.nissanhelp.com/Ownership...6/NTB06-023.htm
Am I good?
Mine had a metal cover.
Yep you are good, you probably have the rubber sheets glued to the tank as well so you are more than good. The only thing better is the 07 tank which has a hard plastic cover over the entire tank in addition to the metal cover. |
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| brikhaus |
| Here is the procedure to order this aluminum protector. I just did a test order and it looks like its about $20 shipped from Arizona for both left and right shields plus clips, its all one kit. If you goto www.abcnissanwholesale.com and click on "Nissan Replacement Parts" top left corner and then #2 "Search by Factory Part Number" with the part number A7285-CC25A it actually comes up in the database. Just finish the order and it will either just come to you, or their parts department might call you if they have any issues, but since they have already done it once (or alot more since this post), they should be able to handle this pretty easy. |
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| risaralda |
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Originally posted by brikhaus
Here is the procedure to order this aluminum protector. I just did a test order and it looks like its about $20 shipped from Arizona for both left and right shields plus clips, its all one kit. If you goto www.abcnissanwholesale.com and click on "Nissan Replacement Parts" top left corner and then #2 "Search by Factory Part Number" with the part number A7285-CC25A it actually comes up in the database. Just finish the order and it will either just come to you, or their parts department might call you if they have any issues, but since they have already done it once (or alot more since this post), they should be able to handle this pretty easy.
Just call them and order the parts over the phone, will arrive in 5 days, it was very easy that way. |
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| darkoch |
Help, call the sherrif, I've been robbed!!!!
I couldn't stand the sight of the plastic shield anymore. Upon learning that I could get the aluminum one installed(now available for Canadian customers), I had to jump at the chance.
I was sure the service rep at my dealer told me it would cost a couple hundred bucks, so i heed and hawed about it and decided to bite the bullet and get it done. Well, they phoned me when it came in and when I went to pay, I looked down at the invoice and saw, ready for this, $435.00.
I asked the service manager what the h&* is going on here. He said they were $200.00 per side and I actually got a deal by getting them less for about $194.00 each. Add the labour(20 minutes) and the tax for a total of $435.00
Why are they only charging just under $15.00 for the whole kit in the U.S.? By the way, I contacted Nissan Canada asking for some compensation since it was a design flaw to begin with, hoping they would chip in a little. Once again, no help for this customer, and once again they said there is nothing they can do. Is Nissan support this bad everywhere?
Any suggestions on what I should do next, if anything.
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