Nissan Almera recalls

In 2013 Nissan announced a Recall campaign to replace Takata SPI front passenger airbag inflators. A non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used for the replacement. Although there have been no known incidents associated with inflators of this type Nissan has decided to replace all inflators previously repaired with a non-dessicated inflator to a new dessicated version.

Fix: Replace the front passenger airbag inflator with a new dessicated type.

27,623 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2004 to 24 Nov 2006

The air bag inflators on affected vehicles were previously checked and deemed to be serviceable. As a precautionary measure the manufacturer has decided to replace them with new assemblies.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly.

39,318 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2004 to 24 Nov 2006

The manufacturer has identified that a potential air leak at the passenger airbag inflators which may allow moisture to enter the airbag inflator causing the propellant in the inflator units to deteriorate. Deterioration of the propellant may lead to abnormal deployment of the passenger airbag. In an extreme situation this may result in separation of the airbag housing during deployment causing injury to occupants.

Fix: Inspect air bag assembly and where required replace air bag inflator

99,525 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2004 to 24 Nov 2006

The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant and the possibility of a fire.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.

• ALMERA: 59,008 vehicles · built 22 May 2001 to 31 Dec 2003
• ALMERA: 59,008 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2004 to 24 Nov 2006

It is possible that the front lower portion of the cover on the front seat can become detached from its position. This can leave exposed a sharp metal edge on the seat base. This may cause injury or damage to the occupants hand when accessing the storage compartment or during seat adjustment.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and re-fit the cover with a modified fastener.

5,665 vehicles · built 11 Feb 2004 to 11 Mar 2004

The timing chain tensioner may become defective which can result in the timing chain jamming. Should this occur the engine may stall or fail to start. The condition may also result in the camshaft turning in a non-uniform fashion which could lead to the failure of the vacuum pump drive and a reduction in braking assistance.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the camshaft chain guide and tensioner replaced.

3,001 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1999 to 1 Dec 2002

A concern has been identified with the engine angle and position sensors of the engine management system If ignored it could cause the engine to stall and/or make it not possible to restart

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace sensors.

111,831 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1999 to 30 Sep 2002

The rear side seatbelt outer buckle may be of a material which has been incorrectly treated. The buckle may break in service. The seat belt would no longer offer a restraining facility

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace buckle with modified type

16,350 vehicles · built 1 May 2000 to 31 Dec 2002

A conveyor used during vehicle manufacturing may have damaged the front left hand tyre. In extreme cases the damage could lead to possible deflation of the affected tyre.

Fix: Examine tyre for damage and replace where necessary.

2,758 vehicles

The parking brake may not be able to be securely set due to misalignment of the ratchet and pawl teeth. In the worst case the parking brake may self release.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement parking brake assembly.

19,240 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2000 to 30 Sep 2001

A concern has been identified affecting 1.5 1.6 and 1.8 petrol engine crankshaft and camshaft position sensors (a common part). An internal failure of the component may cause the engine to stall and not restart.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement crankshaft and camshaft position sensor.

40,455 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2000 to 31 Jul 2001

The side air bag satellite sensor may be incorrectly programmed. In the event of a collision the air bag may not deploy.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and re-programme sensor.

761 vehicles · built 1 May 2000 to 30 Sep 2000