The problem
A harness connector protector located near the seat belt pre-tensioner can ignite due to the proximity to the combustion gas generated by the pre-tensioner when the device is triggered.
The risk
A fire can occur in the passenger compartment of these vehicles.
The fix
Dealers will replace the harness connector protectors with ones having sufficient resistance to the combustion gas of the pre-tensioners when activated.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V-083 (96V083000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Report date | May 9, 1996 |
| Owners notified | August 13, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 79,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V-083 repair free?
Yes. Infiniti dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the harness connector protectors with ones having sufficient resistance to the combustion gas of the pre-tensioners when activated.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 79,000 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.