Recall 03V-150: 1994–1995 Nissan Altima

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Apr 25, 2003, covering about 190,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-150
Report date
Apr 25, 2003
Vehicles affected
190,000
Owners notified
Apr 28, 2003

The problem

Nissan is recalling my 1994 and early 1995 altima vehicles following reports that passenger air bag deployments in these vehicles had caused a number of moderate-to-severe eye injuries. Nissan has developed a new passenger air bag that is less powerful when it inflates in a crash to reduce the risk of air bag inflation-related injuries.

The risk

Nissan expects that this new air bag can help reduce the risk of air bag inflation-related injuries.

The fix

Nissan will replace the passenger air bag at no charge to the consumer. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began april 28, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Notes

Nissan campaign no. P3115.this action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.the company has informed NHTSA that it will provide the modifications described above free of charge.

Recall details

ManufacturerNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number03V150000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Altima1994, 1995All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-150?

Nissan is recalling my 1994 and early 1995 altima vehicles following reports that passenger air bag deployments in these vehicles had caused a number of moderate-to-severe eye injuries. Nissan has developed a new passenger air bag that is less powerful when it inflates in a crash to reduce the risk of air bag inflation-related injuries.

How is recall 03V-150 fixed?

Nissan will replace the passenger air bag at no charge to the consumer. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began april 28, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.