Federal Register #DP26-003

NHTSA Denies Petition for Safety Defect Investigation of 2006 Nissan Frontier

This notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), under the Department of Transportation, addresses a petition regarding potential safety defects in 2006 Nissan Frontier vehicles. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) - Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) - OEM Mentioned: - Nissan - Petition Details: - Request to investigate alleged fuel system leaks and engine stalling in 2006 Nissan Frontier vehicles - Petition submitted by Mr. James A. Palmer (DP26-003) - NHTSA Actions: - Conducted technical review using consumer complaints, agency databases, and prior recall information - Determined issues do not indicate a safety-related defect - Denied the petition; no further investigation will be pursued - Notable Information: - Only the 2006 Nissan Frontier is referenced - No products or services are being procured or awarded in this notice

Description

This notice details the denial of a petition submitted by Mr. James A. Palmer requesting a safety defect investigation into 2006 Nissan Frontier vehicles for fuel system leaks and engine stalling. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Office of Defects Investigation reviewed consumer complaints, agency databases, and other relevant information. The agency determined that the issues raised do not indicate a safety-related defect warranting further investigation and thus denied the petition.

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