Nissan/rear seat belt buckles
Defect Summary
The release button used in the rear seat belt buckles were not made according to specifications. in hot weather, the plastic welds securing the release button to the spring can fail resulting in partial engagement of the seat belt tongue in the buckle or not being able to latch the seat belt.
Safety Consequence
If a partial engagement occurs, this can cause the seat belt tongue to come out of the buckle in the event of a crash or hard braking of the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace all rear seat belt buckles with new seat belt buckles.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 97V071000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 97V071000?
NHTSA recall 97V071000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 22, 1997. It addresses: Nissan/rear seat belt buckles. The recall affects approximately 36,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V071000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.