The problem
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles were missing tamperproof caps that prevent horizontal headlamp adjustment.
The risk
These caps are installed to prevent misadjustment of the headlamps.
The fix
Dealers will install a tamperproof cap over the horizontal adjustment screw for both headlamps. Owner notification began January 14, 2002. 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-376 (01V376000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Headlights |
| Report date | December 12, 2001 |
| Owners notified | January 14, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 81,393 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-376 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a tamperproof cap over the horizontal adjustment screw for both headlamps. Owner notification began January 14, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 81,393 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.