Recall 96V-083: 1993–1995 Infiniti G20, 1993–1995 Infiniti J30

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on May 9, 1996, covering about 79,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
96V-083
Report date
May 9, 1996
Vehicles affected
79,000
Owners notified
Aug 13, 1996

The problem

A harness connector protector located near the seat belt pre-tensioner can ignite due to the proximity to the combustion gas generated by the pre-tensioner when the device is triggered.

The risk

A fire can occur in the passenger compartment of these vehicles.

The fix

Dealers will replace the harness connector protectors with ones having sufficient resistance to the combustion gas of the pre-tensioners when activated.

Notes

System: electrical; wiring. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Note: owner notification is expected to begin in june 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should 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.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number96V083000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Infiniti G201993, 1994, 1995All years
Infiniti J301993, 1994, 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 96V-083?

A harness connector protector located near the seat belt pre-tensioner can ignite due to the proximity to the combustion gas generated by the pre-tensioner when the device is triggered.

How is recall 96V-083 fixed?

Dealers will replace the harness connector protectors with ones having sufficient resistance to the combustion gas of the pre-tensioners when activated.

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.