Recall 93V-036: 1987–1988, 1990 Nissan Van

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Mar 15, 1993, covering about 33,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-036
Report date
Mar 15, 1993
Vehicles affected
33,000
Owners notified
Aug 15, 1993

The problem

Nissan has made a preliminary determination that a defect exists in engine compartment component(S) that may fail due to the engine compartment heat.

The risk

The undetermined engine compartment component(S) cancause an engine compartment fire, resulting in possible injury to vehicleoccupants.

The fix

Dealers will install a new design cooling system including the fan belts, radiator, water pump, alternator, freeze plug shields, and associated hoses. The remedy will also include a new auxiliary electric fan and power steering fluid cooler. To complete the remedy, a warning system to monitor cooling system performance will be installed to detect potential engine overheating.

Notes

System: engine compartment.vehicle description: passenger vans.note: see NHTSA campaign 94v031000 for further recall information on these vans.

Recall details

ManufacturerNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number93V036000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Van1987, 1988, 1990All 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 93V-036?

Nissan has made a preliminary determination that a defect exists in engine compartment component(S) that may fail due to the engine compartment heat.

How is recall 93V-036 fixed?

Dealers will install a new design cooling system including the fan belts, radiator, water pump, alternator, freeze plug shields, and associated hoses. The remedy will also include a new auxiliary electric fan and power steering fluid cooler. To complete the remedy, a warning system to monitor cooling system performance will be installed to detect potential engine overheating.

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.