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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
17 NHTSA complaints about electrical system:instrument panel:fuel gauge:fuel level float/sensor/sending unit issues across 10 makes and 15 models.
The electrical system:instrument panel:fuel gauge:fuel level float/sensor/sending unit is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 17 filings from 10 manufacturers and 15 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the FORD FOCUS with 2 filings, followed by FORD F-250 and SUBARU CROSSTREK. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FORD FOCUS | 2 |
| 2 | FORD F-250 | 2 |
| 3 | SUBARU CROSSTREK | 1 |
| 4 | RAM 1500 | 1 |
| 5 | NISSAN TITAN | 1 |
| 6 | NISSAN ROGUE | 1 |
| 7 | NISSAN MURANO | 1 |
| 8 | LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT | 1 |
| 9 | JEEP RENEGADE | 1 |
| 10 | JAGUAR XF | 1 |
| 11 | HONDA RIDGELINE | 1 |
| 12 | HONDA FIT | 1 |
| 13 | FORD F-150 | 1 |
| 14 | AUDI Q7 | 1 |
| 15 | ACURA MDX | 1 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed that the fuel gauge sending u
The contact owns a 2016 Honda Fit. The contact stated that the right gauge on the instrument cluster intermittently went blank or became distorted. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge provided
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light, the ESC warning light, and the oil change warning light were illuminated.
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the fuel gauge reading was inaccurate and would display Empty (E) while the fuel tank was half full. Additionally, the contact stated that the
2006 HONDA RIDGELINE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 22V-430. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HONDA FOR GAS TANK REPAIRS. THE MECHANIC FOUND FURTHER DAMAGE TO THE FRAME
NISSAN MURANO 2007: FAULTY FUEL LEVEL SENSOR, FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT REGISTER AVCURATE LEVEL OF FUEL IN TANK, SAFETY CONCERN IS NOT BEING ABLE TO KNOW HOW MUCH GAS IS IN THE CAR WHICH CAN LEAD TO BREAKIN
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the instrument panel displayed 30 miles to emp
The contact owns a 2019 Acura MDX. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V215000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle and driving several miles, the f
My Audi with 42k miles ran out of gas on the Interstate Highway without any warning. Failure was a fuel sending unit which provides fuel quantity info and the low fuel light. The erroneous display ind
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The
2013 RANGE ROVER SPORT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO GASOLINE FUEL TANK FLANGE ASSEMBLY CRACKING SAFETY RECALL.
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Titan. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the roadway. The contac
The contact owns a 2011 Jaguar XF. The contact stated that the fuel gauge would intermittently indicate that the fuel tank was empty while there was fuel in the tank. The contact stated that upon taki
The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that after refueling with the fuel tank at 3/4 tank full, the fuel gauge failed to provide the correct fuel level. The vehicle was taken to
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that he parked the vehicle in the garage and as he exited the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently started reversing on its own. The contact stated
Everytime I fill my gas tank .Dies ,cuts out ,won't stay at a idle. Also the power train .When taking off at times feels like the transmission is falling out jerking or hesitant.
2019 Ford F250. Consumer writes regarding low fuel pressure gauge. THAT CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE BECAME FULLY ENGULFED IN FLAMES AND WAS DESTROYED. WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER SAW SMOKE EMITTING
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.