Recall 86V-096: 1985–1986 Nissan Maxima
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jul 16, 1986, covering about 33,000 vehicles.
The problem
There may be insufficient thickness of adhesive in the contact area between the bottom of the front windshield glass and the body. Consequence of defect: this lack of adhesive may cause the windshield to dismount in an accident, thus failing to comply with FMVSS 212, windshield mounting and which may allow the occupants to be ejected out of the car, causing more serious injuries or death.
The fix
Add more adhesive to bottom of front windshield glass.
Notes
System: windshield/FMVSS 212. Vehicle description: wagons and sedans.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 86V096000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Maxima | 1985, 1986 | 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 86V-096?
There may be insufficient thickness of adhesive in the contact area between the bottom of the front windshield glass and the body. Consequence of defect: this lack of adhesive may cause the windshield to dismount in an accident, thus failing to comply with FMVSS 212, windshield mounting and which may allow the occupants to be ejected out of the car, causing more serious injuries or death.
How is recall 86V-096 fixed?
Add more adhesive to bottom of front windshield glass.
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.