NHTSA recall 04V-345 (04V345000)

seat belts recall reported July 19, 2004 - about 59,947 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 04V345000
Also written as: 04V-345
Manufacturer number: RO406
Reported: July 19, 2004
Vehicles affected: ~59,947
Component: seat belts

What is being recalled

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." AN AREA ON THE REAR PILLAR WHERE THE REAR SEAT BELT UPPER ANCHOR IS ATTACHED MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENTLY ENERGY ABSORBENT.

Why it is dangerous

THIS COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IF THE AREA IS STRUCK IN A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OUTBOARD REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WITH NEW ONES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 04V-345 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Nissan Crew - 2004

Nissan Titan - 2004

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