Recall 03V-477: 2000–2003 Nissan Sentra
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Nov 14, 2003, covering about 276,000 vehicles.
The problem
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the qg18de engine or qr25de engines, the foam material used for the interior lining of the electronic control module (Ecm) box emits sulfur as it cures.
The risk
If one of the resistors inside the ECM has a crack on the surface coating, the gas may cause corrosion of the resistor. This could cause the malfunction indicator light to come on, poor drivability (Idle instability, poor accelerator), or the engine to stop running during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will remove the inside lining material from the ECM box. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Nissan recall no. P3163.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
| Manufacturer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Ignition › Module |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V477000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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-477?
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the qg18de engine or qr25de engines, the foam material used for the interior lining of the electronic control module (Ecm) box emits sulfur as it cures.
How is recall 03V-477 fixed?
Dealers will remove the inside lining material from the ECM box. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners 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.