2003 NISSAN FRONTIER Recalls (7)

Campaign:
02V299000 on 11/18/2002
Component:
Suspension:rear
Manufactured:
07/14/2000 - 09/21/2002
Affected:
143,000
Defect:
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, water may enter the rear axle housing due to inadequate sealing of the anti-lock braking system (abs) sensor.
Consequence:
This can result in corrosion and eventual failure of the wheel bearing. if this occurs, the wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the rear axle for water intrusion and any affected components will be replaced. the abs sensor will be resealed to prevent water intrusion. owner notification began december 10, 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:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
02V316000 on 11/26/2002
Component:
Wheels:rim
Manufactured:
07/16/2002 - 11/06/2002
Affected:
6,500
Defect:
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a v6 engine, an incorrect size wheel rim for the spare tire was provided in these vehicles. the wheel rim does not fit properly as a replacement for a front wheel.
Consequence:
When installed on the front of the vehicle, the wheel rim will contact the brake caliper causing a loud rubbing noise and could result in wear on the caliper and/or wheel rim if driving continues. continued usage of the spare tire wheel at the front location can also result in loosening of the lug nuts and deterioration in braking performance. this could eventually cause the wheel assembly to separate form the vehicle and result in loss of control and a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the spare tire wheel rim with a new one, and remount the spare tire on it. owner notification began january 13, 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:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V230000 on 05/23/2004
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Manufactured:
06/10/1998 - 03/27/2003
Affected:
586,196
Defect:
On certain pickup trucks equipped with six cylinder engines and sport utility vehicles equipped with four or six cylinder engines, the fuel pump terminal on the fuel-sending unit can develop a crack in the plastic molding. this can cause the terminal strip to corrode under some environmental conditions.
Consequence:
If corrosion occurs, the terminal strip could eventually break causing the fuel pump to stop operation. this will result in not being able to start the engine or cause the engine to stop running without warning, which can result in a crash.
Correction:
In the following states, dealers will replace the fuel-sending unit. these states are connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, tennessee, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. in the other states, the dealer will inspect the fuel pump terminal on the sending unit for corrosion. if corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the unit. if there is not corrosion, the dealer will apply sealant to the terminal housing to help prevent corrosion in the future. owner notification began on june 28, 2004. owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
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:
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:
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:
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:
10V554000 on 11/11/2010
Component:
Steering:column
Manufactured:
07/08/2001 - 10/19/2004
Affected:
500,552
Defect:
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 frontier vehicles manufactured from july 9, 2001 through october 20, 2004, and model year 2002-2004, xterra vehicles manufactured from july 9, 2001, through january 6, 2005. over time corrosion may form in the lower steering column joint and limit movement of the joint. the limited movement of this joint may create excessive load on the lower steering column shaft. if the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, it may lead to cracking of the shaft during low speed maneuvers that require large steering inputs.
Consequence:
The shaft may break which could result in loss of steering control during these low speed maneuvers increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
The steering column shaft and joint will be replaced with a shaft of a different design. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on december 13, 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes:
Nissan safety recal no. r1037.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 FRONTIER TSBs (21)

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:
03048
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioner doesn't turnoff at times even though the air conditioner switch is off. *tt
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:
03050
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Voluntary service campaign - jacking point owner's manual update. *tt
Bulletin:
03079
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1491. *tt
Bulletin:
NTB99022C
Component:
151000 seat belts:front
Summary:
Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Bulletin:
04067
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil leak from front of transfer case.*mr
Bulletin:
04083
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Supercharger noise at idle and lack of power. *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:
99022
Component:
151000 seat belts:front
Summary:
Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing. *tt
Bulletin:
05120
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
No a/t upshift after hill with ascd (automatic speed control device) on. *tt
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:
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-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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