NHTSA Recall 02V316000: Rim (wheels)
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,500 vehicles. It affects 2003 Nissan Frontier.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V316000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R2021 |
| Component | WHEELS › RIM |
| Report received | November 26, 2002 |
| Owner notification | January 13, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a v6 engine, an incorrect size wheel rim for the spare tire was provided in these vehicles. The wheel rim does not fit properly as a replacement for a front wheel.
Safety risk
When installed on the front of the vehicle, the wheel rim will contact the brake caliper causing a loud rubbing noise and could result in wear on the caliper and/or wheel rim if driving continues. Continued usage of the spare tire wheel at the front location can also result in loosening of the lug nuts and deterioration in braking performance. This could eventually cause the wheel assembly to separate form the vehicle and result in loss of control and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the spare tire wheel rim with a new one, and remount the spare tire on it. Owner notification began january 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V316000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nissan Frontier | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.