Recall 03V-061: 2002 Nissan Altima, 2002 Nissan Xterra

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Feb 27, 2003, covering about 64,562 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-061
Report date
Feb 27, 2003
Vehicles affected
64,562
Owners notified
Apr 21, 2003

The problem

On certain vehicles, the electrical connector for the driver air bag may come loose. If the connector comes loose, the supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently.

The risk

The driver side air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will install a retaining clip on the clock spring electrical connector. Owner notification began april 21, 2003. 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.

Notes

Nissan recall no. R3001.customers can 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.
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number03V061000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Altima2002All years
Nissan Xterra2002All 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 03V-061?

On certain vehicles, the electrical connector for the driver air bag may come loose. If the connector comes loose, the supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently.

How is recall 03V-061 fixed?

Dealers will install a retaining clip on the clock spring electrical connector. Owner notification began april 21, 2003. 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.

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.