The problem
The shift lever lock plate, which prevents the shift lever from being inadvertently moved from park to drive or neutral position, can be broken by the transmission shift position pin.
The risk
Inadvertent movement of the transmission shift lever without operator action can cause vehicle movement which can result in a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will install a bracket to prevent the shift position pin from breaking the shift lever lock plate.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 94V-165 (94V165000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (PRNDL) |
| Report date | September 2, 1994 |
| Owners notified | October 17, 1994 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 94V-165 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a bracket to prevent the shift position pin from breaking the shift lever lock plate.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,000 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.