2003 NISSAN ALTIMA Recalls (10)

Campaign:
03V084000 on 03/17/2003
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Manufactured:
07/31/2001 - 06/22/2003
Affected:
338,000
Defect:
On certain vehicles equipped with the 2.5 liter engine, the exhaust pipe hanger pin may catch debris from the road that could be ignited by contact with the main catalyst. also on 2002 altima and sentra vehicles, certain engine operating conditions may cause the pre-catalyst to overheat and damage the catalyst substrate.
Consequence:
Either of these two conditions could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the protruding portion of the exhaust pipe hanger pin. in addition to the corrective action, in order to reduce the risk of fire in the event of poor or improper maintenance that could result in oil spillage, heat shield(s) will be installed on the pre-catalyst and exhaust tube. owner notification began on july 28, 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. nissan recall nos. r3007, r3014, r3015, r3016, r3017. also on 2002 altima and sentra vehicles, certain engine operating conditions may cause the pre-catalyst to overheat and damage the catalyst substrate. if substrate particles enter the combustion chamber, they could score the cylinder walls, resulting in increased oil consumption. if the engine oil level is not checked on a periodic basis and drops below the low level, and the driver continues to operate the vehicle ignoring noticeable engine noise, engine damage may occur which could result in a fire. the pre-catalyst will be tested to ensure it is working properly and replaced if necessary. if damage is found inside the pre-catalyst, it will be necessary to replace the engine.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
03V251000 on 07/23/2003
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
07/31/2001 - 05/19/2003
Affected:
377,000
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of alaska, colorado, connecticut, iowa, idaho, illinois, indiana, kansas, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, north dakota, nebraska, new hampshire, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, wisconsin, and wyoming. at extremely cold temperatures, moisture in the fuel tank could freeze and form ice crystals. these ice crystals may obstruct the suction opening of the fuel pump.
Consequence:
This can prevent the supply of fuel to the engine and cause the engine to stop, which could result in a crash without warning.
Correction:
Dealers will install a screen at the suction opening of the fuel pump to prevent ice crystals from blocking the opening. owner notification began on august 18, 2003. owners should contact nissan at 1-800-333-0829.
Notes:
Nissan recall nos. r3012/p3142.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
03V455000 on 11/18/2003
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Affected:
630,000
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor may have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.
Consequence:
This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01v357, are also included in this new campaign. the replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected. owner notification began on december 22, 2003. owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
Notes:
Nissan recall no. r3022/infiniti recall no. r3021.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E023000 on 03/13/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
292,000
Defect:
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which 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.
Correction:
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies manufactured by anzo and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.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:
06V242000 on 07/06/2006
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
07/31/2002 - 09/01/2003
Affected:
294,166
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.5l engine, the crank angle sensor is affected by temperature variations. under certain driving conditions, these variations in temperature can be large enough to cause a brief interruption in the signal output from the sensor.
Consequence:
If the interruption in the signal from the sensor is so brief that the electronic control module (ecm) logic does not have time to diagnose the condition, the engine may stop running without warning while the vehicle is driven at a low speed increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will reprogram the ecm free of charge. the recall began on august 21, 2006. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes:
Nissan recall no. r0606.customers can 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E064000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
4,029
Defect:
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to tradesonic 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:
07E054000 on 07/24/2007
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
9,145
Defect:
Certain maxzone headlight assemblies, depo brand, p/nos. 315-1145l-as and 315-1145r-as, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. during production the lamp reflector shape deformed changing the shape of the optic surface. this will change the opposite position of low beam and high beam opticsand change the angle of incidence and illumated location which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Maxzone will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. the recall began on july 16, 2007. owners may contact maxzone at 909-822-3288.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by nissan.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:
07E063000 on 08/22/2007
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
130
Defect:
Certain anzo aftermarket headlights, p/n 02-az-na02-b-a, sold for use on 2002-2004 nissan altima vehicles. during production the lamp housing shape deformed distorting the assembly angle of the reflector and influenced the aiming position. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Anzo will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant lamps. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners can contact anzo at 909-628-1440.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies for 2004 nissan altima vehicles and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by nissan.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:
07E074000 on 09/17/2007
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
11,300
Defect:
Certain eagle eyes headlamp assemblies, p/nos. ds517-b001l and ds517-b001r, sold for use as replacement equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. the opticel surface of the reflector is corroded inhibiting the performance of the upper and lower beams which fails to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Eagle eyes will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. the recall began on december 11, 2007. owners may contact eagle eyes at 1-800-568-1098.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by nissan.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> .

2003 NISSAN ALTIMA TSBs (67)

Bulletin:
NTB02083
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding engine not cranking in park but will crank in neutral. *jg
Bulletin:
02120
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Antilock braking system (abs) light on and / or diagnostic trouble code for abs wheel speed sensor. *tt
Bulletin:
02108
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Center console armrest middle or lower latch broken or hard to open. *tt
Bulletin:
02119
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Front door finisher fabric pulling away. *tt
Bulletin:
02095
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Nissan essential tool drive plate installer. *tt
Bulletin:
02103
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Fuel tank slosh noise. *tt
Bulletin:
02014B
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Front console box lid retainer clip availability. *tt
Bulletin:
02037A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Buzz noise from engine compartment area at 2500-2700 rpm, moderate load. *tt
Bulletin:
99063C
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine will not start. nissan vehicle immobilizer system / nissan anti-theft system (nvis/nats) description key registration. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
02108
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Center console armrest middle or lower latch broken or hard to open. *tt
Bulletin:
03004
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Automatic transmission shifter selector may be hard to operate. *tt
Bulletin:
03002
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
An intermittent clunk noise coming from front suspension area. *tt
Bulletin:
NTB03010
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Front passenger air bag module harness service after deployment. *jb
Bulletin:
03022
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Hesitation on acceleration with manual transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
03023
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Lack of power. *tt
Bulletin:
03035
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0102/p1102 stored. *scc diagnostic trouble code p0100 stored as well. *tt
Bulletin:
03048
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioner doesn't turnoff at times even though the air conditioner switch is off. *tt
Bulletin:
03040
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Driver's power seat makes a popping or clicking noise when operating the seat lifter. *tt
Bulletin:
03047
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Painted side mirror available. *tt
Bulletin:
03027
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Door sash blackout tape may have poor appearance. *t
Bulletin:
02120A
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Antilock braking system (abs) light on and / or diagnostic trouble code for abs wheel speed sensor. *tt
Bulletin:
02103A
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Fuel tank slosh or clunk noise from rear of vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
03047A
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Painted side mirror availability. *tt
Bulletin:
03027A
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Door sash blackout tape, poor appearance. *tt
Bulletin:
NTB02047A
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Poor heater performance. *tt
Bulletin:
NTB99022C
Component:
151000 seat belts:front
Summary:
Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Bulletin:
03082
Component:
162700 structure:body:trunk lid
Summary:
Trunk lid difficult to close. *tt
Bulletin:
NTB02047B
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Poor heater performance. *tt
Bulletin:
03089
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Halogen headlight low beam bulb inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
03089A
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Halogen headlight low beam bulb inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
03094
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Buzz sound from meter cluster after ignition key is turned off / turn signal and warning chime do not sound. *tt
Bulletin:
03102
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Manual transmission console boot damaged. *tt
Bulletin:
NTB99067A
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Nissan integrated homelink transmitter system used to activate most electronic garage doors and securty gates. various models including the 2004 pathfinder armada. *tt
Bulletin:
03106
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Qr25 engine - drive belt auto-tensioner service caution. *tt
Bulletin:
03117
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Pop or thump noise while rolling front window up and/or down. *tt
Bulletin:
03111
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Grease streak on left or right front door window(s). *tt
Bulletin:
04004A
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
After a cold soak, the engine cranks but does not start. *tt
Bulletin:
04016
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Alternator noise after engine shut off.*mr
Bulletin:
04015
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Unable to maintain idle or low/rough idle at start.*mr
Bulletin:
04049
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Trailer light wiring. *mr updated *eh updated 09-12-07. *kb updated 6/21/10. *pe
Bulletin:
04055
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Essential tool - j-47010 tamper resistant torx plus 25ipr bit. *tt
Bulletin:
04069
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1031, p1051, p1051, p1148, 1168, a/f sensor heater / closed loop. *mj
Bulletin:
04077
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
A/c evaporator and expansion valve service. *mj
Bulletin:
04063
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator light p0340 / p0345 (cmp sensor) and/or engine is hard to start when warm.*mr
Bulletin:
04076
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Cup holder lid does not open properly. *tt
Bulletin:
02022A
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Available tool: engine support bar (otc #1724). *nm
Bulletin:
04114
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Essential tool: j-47242 engine support table. various models including 2005 murano and quest. *nm
Bulletin:
04133
Component:
135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:
Auto-dimming electrochromic (ec) mirror diagnosis. *tt
Bulletin:
05057
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Campaign announcement regarding service campaign ntb05-057 - low beam halogen headlamp bulb illumination failure due to poor ground contact. *tt csc was received. updated 3/21/08. *nj
Bulletin:
99022
Component:
151000 seat belts:front
Summary:
Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Bulletin:
05053
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) stored p0444, p0447, p0605, p1122, p1444, p1490. *tt
Bulletin:
P-5216
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. voluntary service campaign rear suspension member replacement/ bushing replacement and sealing. *jb updated 6/12/12. *pe
Bulletin:
05114
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Voluntary service campaign rear suspension member replacement/bushing replacement and sealing. *ak
Bulletin:
06009
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit. *ak
Bulletin:
06009
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Mil on with dtc u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit. *tt
Bulletin:
06029
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine oil cooler gasket available. *tt
Bulletin:
06018
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Rear side member replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
05114B
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Voluntary service campaign rear suspension member replacement/bushing replacement and sealing. *ak
Bulletin:
03030
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Exterior lamp fogging. *kb
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-03-074-C
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e
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-11-080
Component:
023100 suspension:multiple axle:torque arm
Summary:
Nissan: axle bolt and torque information. *rm
Bulletin:
NTB12-029
Component:
015200 steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Summary:
Nissan: altima, maxima, quest; power steering hose service part change. the hose now comes without the pressure sensor. do not damage the pressure sensor upon removal or installation. if only the pressure sensor needs to be replaced, do not
Bulletin:
NTB-13-038
Component:
170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:
Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond. *js

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