The problem
Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with automatic transmissions. A securing pin inside the automatic transmission control device assembly can come loose allowing the shift lever to be inadvertently moved out of the park position with the key in the ignition.
The risk
This could result in a crash if the parking brake is not engaged.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the automatic transmission control device assembly and replace it if necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-064 (98V064000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (PRNDL) |
| Report date | March 25, 1998 |
| Owners notified | April 13, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-064 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the automatic transmission control device assembly and replace it if necessary.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,000 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.