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SevereNHTSA·13V603000·Announced 2013-11-29

Nissan Recalls 2013 NV200 Vehicles Due to Steering Column Assembly Defect

Nissan is recalling 2013 NV200 vehicles because the steering column may not have been reassembled correctly after inspection, which could lead to a loss of steering.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering column) that can result in a loss of steering, which is a significant injury risk criterion for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 NV200 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the steering column assembly was disassembled for inspection after the vehicles were built but may not have been reassembled correctly.

The incorrect reassembly of the steering column may cause certain components to separate, resulting in a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. This defect poses a significant safety hazard to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Nissan has notified owners and will inspect and correct the steering column assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
NISSAN redundant NV200
Brand
NISSAN
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
7

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • redundant NV200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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