The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles, the nut that attaches the transmission gear selector shaft to the control valve lever in the transmission May not be adequately tightened. This could result in the transmission not actually being in the gear indicated by the gear selector lever. In addition, the transmission position display in the instrument panel May not be on or May be incorrect.
The risk
If the gear displayed is different from the gear engaged, this could result in unexpected vehicle movement and a crash.
The fix
Dealers will check the affected nut in the transmission shift lever linkage, and tighten it if necessary. Owner notification began April 15, 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-123 (03V123000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R3009 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (PRNDL) |
| Report date | March 31, 2003 |
| Owners notified | April 15, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 128 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-123 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will check the affected nut in the transmission shift lever linkage, and tighten it if necessary. Owner notification began April 15, 2003.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 128 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.