Recall 98V-012: 1996 Nissan Quest

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Mar 3, 1998, covering about 46,500 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-012
Report date
Mar 3, 1998
Vehicles affected
46,500
Owners notified
Mar 23, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles were produced with power windows that can be closed after the ignition key is turned to the "off" position and the right front (Passenger) door is opened. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS 118, "power-operated window systems."

The risk

There is the potential for unsupervised children to operate the power windows, increasing the risk of personal injury to the child.

The fix

Owners will be provided with a label reminding owners not to leave children unattended because the power windows can operate for 15 minutes after the vehicle ignition has been turned off unless the driver's door is opened. Also included are instructions describing how and where this label is to be installed. If an owner prefers, their dealer can install this label for them.

Notes

Owner notification began during march 1998.owners who do not receive the free label and instructions within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-nissan-1 (1-800-647-7261).also contact the national highway traffic safety adminstration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentVisibility › Power Window Devices and Controls
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V012002

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Nissan Quest1996All 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 98V-012?

Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles were produced with power windows that can be closed after the ignition key is turned to the "off" position and the right front (Passenger) door is opened. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS 118, "power-operated window systems."

How is recall 98V-012 fixed?

Owners will be provided with a label reminding owners not to leave children unattended because the power windows can operate for 15 minutes after the vehicle ignition has been turned off unless the driver's door is opened. Also included are instructions describing how and where this label is to be installed. If an owner prefers, their dealer can install this label for them.

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.