Nissan Recall 04V-326: Visibility – sun/moon roof assembly

Affected: 2004 Nissan Maxima. Filed with NHTSA on July 7, 2004, covering about 32,100 vehicles.

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with skyview roofs, the glass for the roof May not have been quenched properly after the forming process, resulting in temper imbalance.

The risk

This could create excessive internal stress in the glass and eventually cause the glass to shatter, creating a risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the glass in the skyview roof. The recall began on September 7, 2004. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign04V-326 (04V326000)
Manufacturer numberPU401
ManufacturerNissan North America, Inc.
ComponentVisibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
Report dateJuly 7, 2004
Owners notifiedSeptember 7, 2004
Vehicles affected32,100
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 04V-326 repair free?

Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the glass in the skyview roof. The recall began on September 7, 2004. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 32,100 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.