The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor May have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.
The risk
This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01V357, are also included in this new campaign. The replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected. Owner notification began on December 22, 2003. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-455 (03V455000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R3021/R3022 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling |
| Report date | November 17, 2003 |
| Owners notified | December 22, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 630,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
- 2003 Infiniti G35 engine problems 122
- 2002 Infiniti I35 engine problems 23
- 2003 Infiniti I35 engine problems 69
- 2003 Infiniti M45 engine problems 40
- 2002 Infiniti Q45 engine problems 4
- 2003 Nissan 350Z engine problems 60
- 2002 Nissan Altima engine problems 682
- 2003 Nissan Altima engine problems 559
- 2002 Nissan Maxima engine problems 47
- 2003 Nissan Maxima engine problems 96
- 2003 Nissan Murano engine problems 137
- 2000 Nissan Sentra engine problems 77
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-455 repair free?
Yes. Infiniti dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01V357, are also included in this new campaign.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 630,000 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.