1998 NISSAN FRONTIER Recalls (5)

Campaign:: 98V065000 on 03/26/1998
Component:: Seat belts:front:webbing
Manufactured:: 09/09/1997 - 01/26/1998
Affected:: 20,000
Defect:: Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with bucket seats. in certain frontal crashes, the front seat belt can slip between the seat bottom finisher and the seat back plastic recliner handle where it can be cut by the sharp edge of the metal portion of the recliner lever.
Consequence:: If the seat belt is completely severed, it can increase the risk of serious injury to an occupant in a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will replace the plastic handle on the end of the seat back reclining lever fwith a different shape handle which will prevent the seat belt from slipping between the handle and the seat.
Notes:: Owner notificationbegan april20, 1998.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-nissan-1 (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).
Campaign:: 98V064000 on 03/26/1998
Component:: Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Manufactured:: 10/22/1997 - 12/15/1997
Affected:: 3,000
Defect:: Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with automatic transmissions. a securing pin inside the automatic transmission control device assembly can come loose allowing the shift lever to be inadvertently moved out of the park position with the key in the ignition.
Consequence:: This could result in a crash if the parking brake is not engaged.
Correction:: Dealers will inspect the automatic transmission control device assembly and replace it if necessary.
Notes:: Owner notification began april 13, 1998.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-nissan-1 (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).
Campaign:: 06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:: Exterior lighting
Affected:: 61,944
Defect:: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:: 09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:: Exterior lighting
Affected:: 16,270
Defect:: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:: 09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:: Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:: 42,540
Defect:: Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1998 NISSAN FRONTIER TSBs (45)

Bulletin:: NTB98031
Component:: 162000 structure:body
Summary:: Vehicle exhibits a " buzz " noise at the door speakers when the radio volume is increased. *yc
Bulletin:: NTB98029
Component:: 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:: Vehicles exhibit a mil 'on' with one or more of the below dtcs stored. *yc
Bulletin:: NTB98029A
Component:: 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:: Vehicles exhibiting a mil 'on' with one or more of the below dtcs stored, the cause may be insect nest(s) in the evaporative ( evap ) emission control system. *yc
Bulletin:: NTB98007
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Subject on mil 'on' with evap system dtcs stored due to launching a watercraft. *yc
Bulletin:: NTB98-064
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: Some vehicles may develop refrigerant leaks in the vehicle's air conditioner lower return hose due to vibration. *yc
Bulletin:: NTB98058A
Component:: 063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:: Subject on mil ' on ' with evap system dtcs stored due to launching a watercraft. *yc
Bulletin:: NTB99036
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Information regarding keyless remote entry programming. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99022A
Component:: 150000 seat belts
Summary:: Concerns with the front seat belt latch plate stopper button missing. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99064
Component:: 090000 fuel system, other
Summary:: Some vehicles may exhibit an inaccurate fuel guage. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99065
Component:: 141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:: Some vehicles including crew cabs may exhibit an air bag indicator light illuminated during normal driving conditions. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99070
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: Subject regarding vehicles exhibiting an air conditioner idler pulley whine noise at 3,000 engine rpm. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99079
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Subject regarding vehicles exhibiting a rattle noise after sitting overnight (cold soak). *tt
Bulletin:: NTB98040
Component:: 134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:: Vehicles may exhibit a scratchy type of squeak noise in the headliner around the edges of the sunroof. *mjs
Bulletin:: NTB97018B
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: All vehicles built before 1n6sd11s8vc327106 with a fs5w71c transmission may exhibit a whine noise while driving in all forward gears except 4th. the whine noise is more pronounced in 1st, 2nd or 3rd gears at slow speeds. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99-036A
Component:: 162300 structure:body:door
Summary:: Information regarding keyless remote entry programming. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99018A
Component:: 011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:: Vehicles built before september 1, 1999 may exhibit a clunk or rattle felt or heard when turning the steering wheel. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB00058
Component:: 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:: Vehicles up to 1n6dd26y9wc347717 may exhibit a malfunction indicator light on with diagnostic trouble code p0420 (three way catalyst function) stored in the ecm and / or exhaust rattle noise. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB00062
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: Service information for vehicles exhibiting body vibration while driven (without braking) at speeds between 60 and 70 mph. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99065A
Component:: 141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:: On some vehicles, the air bag indicator light remains illuminated during normal driving conditions and the consult screen indicates assist a/b module (open). *tt
Bulletin:: NTB00086
Component:: 116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:: A condition may exist where water may have entered the distributor assembly. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB98058B
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with evap system diagnostic trouble codes stored due to launching a watercraft. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB01031
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Subject regarding essential tool - rear axle bearing removal kit. *ttthe kit is an essential tool and and will be automatically sent to all nissan dealers.
Bulletin:: NTB01057
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Subject pertaining to revised maintenance procedures.*jb
Bulletin:: NTB01083
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: Subject regarding steering pull during braking. *jg
Bulletin:: NTB01083
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Vehicles may experience steering pull during braking. *jg
Bulletin:: NTB99022B
Component:: 151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:: Seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB02035
Component:: 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:: Concerns with manual transfer case noises. *jb
Bulletin:: NTB02035
Component:: 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:: Subject regarding manual transfer case noises. *jg
Bulletin:: NTB01057
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Subject regarding revised maintenance procedures. *slc
Bulletin:: NTB01023
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Information regarding essential tool: throttle position sensor test connector. *slc
Bulletin:: NTB99053B
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Information on nissan revised tps adjustment procdure. *slc
Bulletin:: NTB99053B
Component:: 180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:: Subject regarding revised throttle position sensor (tps) adjustment procedure. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB02035A
Component:: 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:: Subject regarding manual transfer case diagnosis. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB99022C
Component:: 151000 seat belts:front
Summary:: Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Bulletin:: 04091
Component:: 021220 suspension:front:springs:torsion bar
Summary:: Torsion bar spring caution. *tt
Bulletin:: 04133
Component:: 135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:: Auto-dimming electrochromic (ec) mirror diagnosis. *tt
Bulletin:: 05040A
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: 1998-2000 frontier & xterra with ka24 engine; mil with dtc p0400, p0402, rough idle, drivability incidents, difficulty passing i/m test for no x update *sc
Bulletin:: 05040
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Mil with dtc p0400, p0402, rough idle, drivability incidents, difficulty setting egr srt. *sc
Bulletin:: 99022
Component:: 151000 seat belts:front
Summary:: Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Bulletin:: NTB-08-055-A
Component:: 141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:: Nissan: srs precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the srs, can lead to a serious injury or death caused by unintentional activation of the srs on all nissan models with the srs sys
Bulletin:: NTB-09-030
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. to prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. no mod
Bulletin:: NTB-09-101
Component:: 199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:: Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) warning light on/flashing. no models or model years listed. *pe updated on 08-11-2011. *kb
Bulletin:: NTB-09-129
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Nissan: vent control valve replacement. when replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service
Bulletin:: NTB-13-038
Component:: 170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:: Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond. *js
Bulletin:: NTB17-026
Component:: 021000 suspension:front
Summary:: Ball joint axial end play procedure service information when working on the front suspension, use the updated service information in this bulletin along with the electronic service manual (esm). the updated information in this bulletin

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