Key Takeaway
POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:4 SPEED by NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. was recalled on May 2, 1980. What to do: VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND TESTED. IF NECESSARY, THE MAIN SHAFT LOCK NUT WILL BE TIGHTENED PROPERLY AT NO COST TO OWNER.
POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:4 SPEED
Description
THE MAIN SHAFT LOCK NUT MAY COME LOOSE DUE TO AN IMPROPER FASTENING OF THE NUT DURING ASSEMBLY. THE LOOSENESS OF THE NUT CAN PREVENT SHIFTING FROM ONE GEAR TO ANOTHER OR SELECTION OF NEUTRAL. IF THE LOCK NUT COMES COMPLETELY LOOSE ON THE MAIN SHAFT, GREATLY INCREASED INTERNAL FRICTION IN THE TRANSMISSION COULD RESULT. IN EXTREME CASES, THE TRANSMISSION MAY BECOME TOTALLY INOPERABLE. AT LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE COULD UNEXPECTEDLY EXHIBIT AN EFFECT SIMILAR TO BRAKE APPLICATION.
Remedy
VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND TESTED. IF NECESSARY, THE MAIN SHAFT LOCK NUT WILL BE TIGHTENED PROPERLY AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Products Affected
Vehicle
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NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND TESTED. IF NECESSARY, THE MAIN SHAFT LOCK NUT WILL BE TIGHTENED PROPERLY AT NO COST TO OWNER.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.