The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Some of the brackets used to attach the two gas struts to the rear door (hatch) May have been improperly made. At high ambient temperatures, the increase in gas pressure in the strut(s) could cause one or both brackets to bend, resulting in the struts detaching from the bracket(s) when opening or closing the rear door.
The risk
If both struts detach from the brackets, the door will rapidly fall down, possibly striking someone and causing serious injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the strut brackets. Owner notification began September 24, 2001. 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-282 (01V282000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Hinge and attachments |
| Report date | August 30, 2001 |
| Owners notified | September 24, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 31,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-282 repair free?
Yes. Infiniti dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the strut brackets. Owner notification began September 24, 2001. 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 31,000 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.