Recall 00V-338: 2001 Nissan Quest

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Oct 27, 2000, covering about 130 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-338
Report date
Oct 27, 2000
Vehicles affected
130
Owners notified
Nov 27, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have the plastic trim cover around the base of the front seat safety belt buckle trapped between the shoulder of the restraint anchorage bolt and the seat pedestal. This could eventually allow the seat belt buckle bolt to loosen.

The risk

In the event of a crash, the occupant seated in that location may not be adequately restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle assembly attachment. Some belt buckle assemblies may require replacement.

Notes

Owner notification began november 27, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V338002

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Quest2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-338?

Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have the plastic trim cover around the base of the front seat safety belt buckle trapped between the shoulder of the restraint anchorage bolt and the seat pedestal. This could eventually allow the seat belt buckle bolt to loosen.

How is recall 00V-338 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle assembly attachment. Some belt buckle assemblies may require replacement.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.