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2008-2010 Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier and others recall: navigational system(global positioning system)

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 10, 2010. It covers about 7,948 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7,948
reported
Sep 10, 2010
owners notified
Sep 16, 2010

Equipment: electrical: navigational system(global positioning system)

What is wrong
Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected GPS units can overheat.
Risk
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1‑866‑957‑1981 or nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 10V401000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V401000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier and others navigational system(global positioning system)?

Yes. Recall 10V401000, reported on September 10, 2010, covers about 7,948 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V401000?

Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1‑866‑957‑1981 or 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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