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1998 Nissan Frontier recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1998 Nissan Frontier, covering 23,000 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)Reported March 25, 1998 · 3,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with automatic transmissions. A securing pin inside the automatic transmission control device assembly can come loose allowing the shift lever to be inadvertently moved out of the park position with the key in the ignition.
Risk
This could result in a crash if the parking brake is not engaged.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the automatic transmission control device assembly and replace it if necessary.

Recall number 98V064000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: webbingReported March 25, 1998 · 20,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with bucket seats. In certain frontal crashes, the front seat belt can slip between the seat bottom finisher and the seat back plastic recliner handle where it can be cut by the sharp edge of the metal portion of the recliner lever.
Risk
If the seat belt is completely severed, it can increase the risk of serious injury to an occupant in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the plastic handle on the end of the seat back reclining lever fwith a different shape handle which will prevent the seat belt from slipping between the handle and the seat.

Recall number 98V065000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1998 Nissan Frontier recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1998 Nissan Frontier have?

2, covering power train and seat belts.

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