The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front coil springs May not have sufficient corrosion resistance in areas of the country where significant amounts of de-icing salts are applied to roads in the winter.
The risk
If a broken spring comes out of the lower seat, it could contact and puncture the tire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front coil spring.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-063 (00V063000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs |
| Report date | March 2, 2000 |
| Owners notified | April 24, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 14,800 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-063 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front coil spring.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 14,800 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.