Recall 03V-307: 2000 Nissan Xterra

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Aug 22, 2003, covering about 31,700 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-307
Report date
Aug 22, 2003
Vehicles affected
31,700
Owners notified
Sep 15, 2003

The problem

2000 nissan xterra vehicles manufactured between october 15, 1999, and february 29, 2000. The alloy wheels used on these vehicles may not have been properly manufactured and could develop cracks in the wheel spokes.

The risk

If a sufficient number of spoke cracks develop, the wheel could fail and separate from the mounting hub, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

The fix

Nissan will notify its customers and replace the four alloy wheels with xterra se model bright alloy wheels free of charge. The spare tire steel wheel is not affected. Owner notification began on september 15, 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. Information can also be obtained through nissan's web site at www.nissanusa.com.

Notes

Also, customers can 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.
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V307000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Xterra2000All 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-307?

2000 nissan xterra vehicles manufactured between october 15, 1999, and february 29, 2000. The alloy wheels used on these vehicles may not have been properly manufactured and could develop cracks in the wheel spokes.

How is recall 03V-307 fixed?

Nissan will notify its customers and replace the four alloy wheels with xterra se model bright alloy wheels free of charge. The spare tire steel wheel is not affected. Owner notification began on september 15, 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. Information can also be obtained through nissan's web site at www.nissanusa.com.

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.