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NISSAN Recall Check

Checking NISSAN Recall Notices When Buying a Used NISSAN Car

Purchasing a used NISSAN car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by NISSAN to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used NISSAN car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have NISSAN recalls for the models below.

Almera

Altima

Ariya

e-NV200

Juke

Juke (F16)

Juke and NV200

Juke and Patrol

Juke HEV (HF16)

LEAF

Leaf and e-NV200

Micra

Micra (K14)

Micra and Patrol

Murano

Navara

Navara and Pathfinder

Nissan Almera

Nissan Note

Note

Note (E12)

Note and Micra

NV 200

NV200

NV200 and X

NV200, e

NV300

NV400

Pathfinder

Patrol

Pick-up

Pulsar

Pulsar (C13)

Qashqai

Qashqai+2

Qashqai+2 and NV200

Sentra

Teana

Terrano

Terrano 2

Terrano II

Tiida

Tino

Tino and XTrail

Tino and XTrail.

Trail

X-Trail

XTrail

26/04/2013 - Nissan
Almera, Navara, Pathfinder, Patrol, Terrano II, Tino and XTrail

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The front passenger airbag inflators may have been manufactured out of specification. This could create excessive pressure within the inflator during airbag deployment and may result in separation of the airbag housing.

Model Numbers:

Almera (N16), Navara (D22), Pathfinder (R50), Patrol (Y61), Terrano II (R20), Tino (V10), XTrail (T30)

Production Dates:

N/A

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

26/04/2013 - Nissan
Almera, Navara, Pathfinder, Patrol, Terrano II, Tino and XTrail

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Almera (N16), Navara (D22), Pathfinder (R50), Patrol (Y61), Terrano II (R20), Tino (V10), XTrail (T30)

Production Dates:

N/A

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

26/04/2013 - Nissan
Almera, Navara, Pathfinder, Patrol, Terrano II, Tino and XTrail

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Almera (N16), Navara (D22), Pathfinder (R50), Patrol (Y61), Terrano II (R20), Tino (V10), XTrail (T30)

Production Dates:

N/A

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

26/04/2013 - Nissan
Almera, Navara, Pathfinder, Patrol, Terrano II, Tino and XTrail

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Almera (N16), Navara (D22), Pathfinder (R50), Patrol (Y61), Terrano II (R20), Tino (V10), XTrail (T30)

Production Dates:

N/A

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

01/03/2013 - Nissan
Juke

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Check This Car for the following recall:

In the event that the driver's airbag is deployed during a frontal impact, small holes may appear on the surface of the airbag. The holes are caused by high temperature gas from the airbag inflator exhausting directly onto the surface of the airbag material. Contact of the high temperature gas / airbag material with the driver’s skin can cause burns.

Model Numbers:

Juke, F15. Type Approval No. e11*2007/46*0132.

Production Dates:

The recall concerns vehicles produced from 07/06/2012 to 04/07/2012

Recall Code:

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26/10/2012 - Nissan
XTrail

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The engine bay insulation may have insufficient clearance from the turbocharger. As a result, there is a possible risk of fire in the engine compartment due to overheating of the engine bay insulation due to the high temperature of the turbocharger.

Model Numbers:

T31. Affected vehicles are right-hand drive vehicles equipped with 2.0 litre diesel (M9R) engine and were produced from 21/12/2006 to 27/04/2012.

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

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28/09/2012 - Nissan
Qashqai, Qashqai+2, NV200

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The steering wheel boss which is connected to the steering column may not have the appropriate strength. In this condition, if a load is applied to the steering wheel which is higher than that applied during normal steering operation, the boss may separate from the steering column resulting in a loss of steering which could lead to an accident.

Model Numbers:

Qashqai, Qashqai+2 (J10) and NV200 (M20)

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

28/09/2012 - Nissan
Qashqai, Qashqai+2, NV200

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Qashqai, Qashqai+2 (J10) and NV200 (M20)

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

28/09/2012 - Nissan
Qashqai, Qashqai+2, NV200

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Qashqai, Qashqai+2 (J10) and NV200 (M20)

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

06/04/2012 - Nissan

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The driver's power seat harness may become trapped between the metal seat bracket and the seat lifter mechanism. If the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, damage to the harness may occur and this can result in loss of operation of the driver's power seat. In extreme circumstances unexpected self-operation of the driver's power seat base may occur.

Model Numbers:

- Navara (D40): Production dates: 30/05/2005 to 29/09/2009; VIN range: up to VSKCVND40U0363163- Pathfinder (R51): Production dates: 01/11/2004 to 05/11/2009; VIN range: up to VSKJVWR51Z03.....

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

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06/04/2012 - Nissan

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The fuel filter hose connector may not be fully connected to the fuel filter. If the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, a fuel leak could occur and, in extreme circumstances, the engine may stall leading to an accident.

Model Numbers:

- Qashqai J10: Production dates:05/09/2011 to 19/12/2011- Qashqai J10+2: Production dates:05/09/2011 to 19/12/2011

Production Dates:

Recall Code:

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09/03/2012 - Nissan
Passenger car

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The fuel rail pressure sensor may be insufficiently tightened to the fuel rail of the engine and it may loosen gradually due to heat and vibration of the engine. If left undetected and the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, in an extreme case, fuel leakage may occur between the fuel rail pressure sensor and the fuel rail.

Model Numbers:

1. F15 (origin: United Kingdom/Japan)2. K13 (origin: India)3. Y62 (origin: Japan)See

Production Dates:

Unknown

Recall Code:

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