For those complaining about the power socket . . . .

[Clipsed]

There was a TSB released back in MAY that I just noticed. Here are the details . . .

Classification: Reference: Date: EL07-017 NTB07-037 May 25, 2007NISSAN; POWER SOCKET FUSE OPENAPPLIED VEHICLEs: 2004-2006 350Z (Z33) 2004-2006 Murano (Z50) 2007-Versa (C11) APPLIED VINs: Z33 Vehicles built before:JN1AZ34 D (*)6M 331033 JN1AZ26 D (*)6M 430007 JN1AZ34 E (*)6M 380010 JN1AZ36 A (*)6M 480006 Z50 Vehicles built before:JN8AZ08 W (*)6W 549679 JN8AZ08 T (*)6W 426668 C11 Vehicles built before:3N1BC13 E (*)7L 398580 APPLIED DATEs: “D” Z33 Vehicles built before:August 21, 2006 “E” or “A” Z33 Vehicles built before:August 8, 2006 Z50 Vehicles built before:June 28, 2006IF YOU CONFIRM:The power socket fuse is open.ANDThe related power socket has been used for a cell phone power adapter.ACTION:Replace the related power socket with the applicable one from the Parts Information section of this bulletin.Refer to the WW Wiper, Washer & Horn chapter of the appropriate Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for more information if needed.Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.PARTS INFORMATIONMODELORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PART NO.*NEW PART NO.QTYMurano25336-2Y90025336-2Y90A1Murano25331-4H00025331-4H00A1Murano25331-2Y90025331-2Y90A1350Z25336-2Y90025336-2Y90A1Versa25336-7990225336-7990A1* Use the FAST electronic parts catalogue to determine which part applies to your vehicle.CLAIMS INFORMATIONSubmit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:DESCRIPTIONPFPOP CODESYMDIAFRTRPL One Power Socket(1)RC72AAZE32(2)(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Original Equipment P/N as the PFP.(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flate Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.

So if you have been popping fuses, you can go and get it replaced. I will try to get the PDF saved and up for DL.

[Ever Victorious]

Excellent information, thanks!

[Martin Roy]

Haaaaa, that explains it !

Thanks Clipsed

[Clipsed]

no problem, anyone know where I can upload the PDF for download?

[Ever Victorious]

You could shoot it over to CodeRed.

[rwanttaja]

Interesting, I just blew the plug fuse on my Versa.

However, my wife and I have the same cell phones and chargers, and I took her charger because she was blowing fuses on *her* car. It worked fine in my car for a week...then I just, literally, TOUCHED it and I heard a "pop" from the fuse block. Sure enough, fuse had blown.

I autopsied the power plug, and there was a bit of loose plastic rattling around inside. My guess is that the loose plastic previously helped insulate some wires/contacts in the plug, and with the plastic broken, parts were coming together under particular loading conditions.

One interesting note: I'd spent a few sessions trying to troubleshoot the fuse-blowing problems on my wife's car (a Lexus RX300). It uses a 15 amp ATM-size (very tiny spade-connection) fuse for the power socket...and it turned out that those 15A ATMs were almost impossible to find. I went to about four auto stores before I found one that had them in stock.

When the V's fuse blew, I took a look...you guessed it, 15 amp ATM. My favorite autopart store was still out of them in 2-4 packs, but they had a 25-pack for $8. Figured the way my luck was going...

I'm wondering if the shortage of 15A ATM fuses might be related to a LOT of people having problems with cell phone chargers, in different cars.

One interesting observation: The Versa's cabin fuse block has an empty fuse socket right next to the power-jack one. Good place to store an extra fuse.

Ron