Recall 94V-194: 1993–1994 Nissan Maxima

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Oct 5, 1994, covering about 97,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
94V-194
Report date
Oct 5, 1994
Vehicles affected
97,000
Owners notified
Nov 30, 1994

The problem

The aluminum wheels were clear coated several times to protect the metal finish. Some excessive coating can leave the wheel nuts an excessive distance from the wheel hub when tightened, allowing them to loosen over time.

The risk

This can cause the hub bolts to break and result in the wheel separating from the vehicle and a possible accident.

The fix

Dealers will remove the clear plastic coating from the brake rotor mating surface on the back of each wheel and from the wheel nut mating surfaces. The wheels will be reinstalled and the wheel nuts tightened. Wheels, hub bolts, and nuts will be replaced if necessary.

Notes

System: wheels.vehicle description: gxe trim level model vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number94V194000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Maxima1993, 1994All 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 94V-194?

The aluminum wheels were clear coated several times to protect the metal finish. Some excessive coating can leave the wheel nuts an excessive distance from the wheel hub when tightened, allowing them to loosen over time.

How is recall 94V-194 fixed?

Dealers will remove the clear plastic coating from the brake rotor mating surface on the back of each wheel and from the wheel nut mating surfaces. The wheels will be reinstalled and the wheel nuts tightened. Wheels, hub bolts, and nuts will be replaced if necessary.

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.