The problem
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with an 'intelligent key' fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection." during an inspection of some vehicles at the assembly plant, it was found that the steering wheel was locked with the ignition knob in the "off" position but the vehicle transmission not being in the "park" position.
The risk
If the key is turned to the "off" position without the transmission being in the "park" position, it is possible that the steering wheel can lock when turned to the right.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel lock assembly free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2006. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 06V-402 (06V402000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | PB026 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device |
| Report date | October 23, 2006 |
| Owners notified | December 18, 2006 |
| Vehicles affected | 9,506 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 06V-402 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel lock assembly free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2006. Owners May 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 9,506 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.