Nissan North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02I001000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02I001000 by Nissan North America, Inc.. Includes 116,500 affected units, NISSAN/AIR BAG SENSOR, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. on certain 2002 nissan altima model vehicles manufactured prior to march 16, 2002, one of the sensors for the air bag system does not work as well as expected in high-speed off-set crash situations.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the air bag sensor. owner notification began april 15, 2002. owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261, concerning the problem.