The problem
On certain vehicles, the electrical connector for the driver air bag May come loose. If the connector comes loose, the supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently.
The risk
The driver side air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will install a retaining clip on the clock spring electrical connector. Owner notification began April 21, 2003. 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 | 03V-061 (03V061000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R3001 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module |
| Report date | February 27, 2003 |
| Owners notified | April 21, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 64,562 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-061 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a retaining clip on the clock spring electrical connector. Owner notification began April 21, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 64,562 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.