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Nissan Recalling Cube Hatchbacks Over Fuel Tank Concerns
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Source: http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_NISSAN_RECALL?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
AP
- July 26, 2010
Situation
Nissan recalling 51,100 Cube hatchbacks in U.S., Canada
Concerns over possible fuel spills in rear-end collision
Covers 2009-2010 Cubes made between Jan 30, 2009, and July 30, 2009
Includes 45,700 in U.S. and 5,400 in Canada
Significant Points
NHTSA tests found more fuel spilled than allowed
Spillage occurred w/ 50mph rear crash where vehicle also tipped on side
Nissan says its tests didn't show fuel leakage but will issue voluntary recall
Dealers to attach special protector when owners bring in vehicles
Cubes sold in Europe, Japan are not affected
Web Source
http://www.nissanusa.com
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