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P0462 on NISSAN ALTIMA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2006

What P0462 Means on Your NISSAN ALTIMA

Real NISSAN ALTIMA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"The fuel gauge stopped working. Fuel gauge shows full all the time. Error code is P0462. Mechanic replaced fuel pump module assembly and this did not fix the problem. Check engine light is on and will not go off and the code will not clear."

— 2006 NISSAN ALTIMA owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 09/13/2019

"The fuel gauge is inaccurate and the service engine lights illuminates with fault code p0462. money spent unnecessarily on brand new fuel pump assembly problem still exists. occurs both stationary and in motion problem occurs."

— 2006 NISSAN ALTIMA owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 03/29/2019

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0462 on NISSAN ALTIMA

100%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0462 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026