The 2005 Infiniti QX56 has two recalls, both addressing the same issue: a faulty fuel gauge that can show roughly a quarter tank of fuel remaining when the tank is actually empty, leaving the vehicle to stall unexpectedly on the highway.
The fuel level sending unit contacts wear over time, contaminating the sender and causing the gauge to misread the tank. A driver relying on the gauge reading may have no warning before the engine cuts out, which raises the risk of a crash, particularly at highway speeds.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel gauge may incorrectly show about one-quarter tank of fuel remaining when the fuel tank is actually empty.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with an improved sender card at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fuel level sending unit's contact material wears and contaminates the sender, causing the fuel gauge to show fuel remaining when the tank is actually empty. This can lead to engine stalling while driving.
What the fix does
You'll receive two letters. The first recommends keeping fuel above half-tank. The second will ask you to bring your vehicle to a dealer to replace the fuel sender unit.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
