The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. One of the diodes used in the alternator May have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.
The risk
If the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.
The fix
Dealers will replace the alternator.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-129 (99V129000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator |
| Report date | May 20, 1999 |
| Owners notified | July 6, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 17,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-129 repair free?
Yes. Infiniti dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the alternator.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 17,000 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.