Recall 83V-125: 1984 Nissan 300ZX
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Nov 20, 1983, covering about 9,858 vehicles.
The problem
The hood latch may fail to hold the hood in position due to a misalignment of the secondary hood latch. This condition is due to a deformation of the hood during manufacture.
The fix
Dealers will install a new secondary latch at no charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: structure; hood latch.consequences of defect: if the primary latch is not properly engaged whenclosing the hood, a failure of the secondary latch to engage will allow thehood to open, blocking the driver"s vision and creating a risk of a vehicleaccident.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 83V125000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan 300ZX | 1984 | All 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 83V-125?
The hood latch may fail to hold the hood in position due to a misalignment of the secondary hood latch. This condition is due to a deformation of the hood during manufacture.
How is recall 83V-125 fixed?
Dealers will install a new secondary latch at no charge.
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.