Nissan Recall 02V-010: Power train

Affected: 2002 Nissan Maxima. Filed with NHTSA on January 11, 2002, covering about 843 vehicles.

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a traction control system, the odometer in the subject vehicles registers distance in kilometers instead of miles as is specified in the design. The odometer does not have a label that indicates "kilometers" or "km" as required by FMVSS no. 101, "controls and displays."

The fix

Dealers will inspect the odometer to determine if it is correct and, if not, will replace the speedometer/odometer assembly. Owner notification began December 12, 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 campaign02V-010 (02V010000)
ManufacturerNissan North America, Inc.
ComponentPower train
Report dateJanuary 11, 2002
Owners notifiedDecember 12, 2001
Vehicles affected843
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 02V-010 repair free?

Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the odometer to determine if it is correct and, if not, will replace the speedometer/odometer assembly. Owner notification began December 12, 2001.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 843 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.