Nissan North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #79V242000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V242000 by Nissan North America, Inc.. Includes 295,710 affected units, FUEL:FUEL INJECTION:ELECTRICAL, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Moisture and blow of mist present in the positive crankcase ventilation system may, under conditions of sub-zero temperatures, accumulate in the air regulator, causing prolonged engine idle, if owner fails to fully warm engine before driving. The pcv system can also cause a gumming in the throttle shaft which will impair the smooth open/close operation of the throttle.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a new pcv valve system with increased flow capacity. The throttle chambers and air regulators will be inspected and corrected and a final system integrity check will be performed at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V242000

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1979-11-13T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel injection:electrical

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 295,710

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Moisture and blow of mist present in the positive crankcase ventilation system may, under conditions of sub-zero temperatures, accumulate in the air regulator, causing prolonged engine idle, if owner fails to fully warm engine before driving. The pcv system can also cause a gumming in the throttle shaft which will impair the smooth open/close operation of the throttle.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a new pcv valve system with increased flow capacity. The throttle chambers and air regulators will be inspected and corrected and a final system integrity check will be performed at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 79V242000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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