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Safety recall · 78V088000

Fuel system: fuel rail Nissan recall

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this recall to NHTSA on April 21, 1978. It covers about 389 vehicles across 5 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Campaign
78V088000
Reported
Apr 21, 1978
Vehicles
389
Area
Fuel system

The problem

There is a possibility of premature hose deterioration due to high fuel oxidation levels which would allow fuel seepage and fumes to enter the vehicle.

The fix

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a new hyprex hose without charge to owner.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with electronic fuelinjection.System: fuel injection; fuel hose.Consequences of defect: this condition could lead to a vehicle fire and seriousinjuries to passengers.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Nissan dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 78V088000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

Questions

Is the 78V088000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 78V088000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 78V088000 announced?

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported it to NHTSA on April 21, 1978. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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