2000-2003 Nissan Sentra recall: engine and engine cooling

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 10, 2003. It covers about 70 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 70
reported: Dec 10, 2003
owners notified: Dec 15, 2003
related complaints: 445

Engine and engine cooling

What is wrong: On certain electric vehicles, the front suspension transverse link's ball joint bracket may break from stress concentration at a notch created by surface roughness and the shape of the material cut-line.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bracket on these vehicles. Owner notification began december 15, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 03V511000

Affected vehicles

Nissan Sentra 2000-2003 2000 2001 2002 2003

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 445 complaints about engine problems.

2000 Nissan Sentra 2001 Nissan Sentra 2002 Nissan Sentra 2003 Nissan Sentra

Questions about recall 03V511000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2003 Nissan Sentra engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 03V511000, reported on December 10, 2003, covers about 70 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V511000?

Dealers will replace the bracket on these vehicles. Owner notification began december 15, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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