Defect Description For Recall
This Is Not A Safety Recall In Accordance With The Safety Act. However, It Is Deemed A Safety Improvement Campaign By The Agency. On Certain 2002 Nissan Altima Model Vehicles Manufactured Prior To March 16, 2002, One Of The Sensors For The Air Bag System Does Not Work As Well As Expected In High-Speed Off-Set Crash Situations.
Make Of Vehicle
NISSAN
Model Of Vehicle
ALTIMA
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
02I001000
Component Description
Air BAGS
Effect Of Defect
The Air Bag System Does Not Work As Expected.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Air Bag Sensor. Owner Notification Began April 15, 2002. Owners Should Contact Nissan At 1-800-647-7261, Concerning The Problem.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
20020316
Type Of Vehicle Recall
I
Number Affected
116500
Date Owners Notified
20020415
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20020417
Make Campaign Number
P2110