The problem
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the advanced air bag requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the air bag for the front passenger seat is to be turned off (so that it does not inflate) when certain occupants, such as small children, are in the front seat.
The risk
This reduces the risk of such occupants being unjured by an inflating air bag in a collision.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat cushion/sensor assembly. If the seat cushion/sensor is found to be operating improperly, the seat will be removed and recalibrated. Owner notification began on June 23, 2004. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-103 (04V103000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | B0112 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive |
| Report date | March 1, 2004 |
| Owners notified | June 23, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 13,757 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-103 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat cushion/sensor assembly. If the seat cushion/sensor is found to be operating improperly, the seat will be removed and recalibrated. Owner notification began on June 23, 2004.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 13,757 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.