NHTSA Recall 03V010000: Driveshaft (power train)
NISSAN DIESEL AMERICA, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 175 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Nissan Diesel UD1800.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V010000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | January 28, 2003 |
| Owner notification | May 5, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain medium duty trucks, the drive shaft connecting the transmission to the rear differential is comprised of two or three individual sub-sections bolted together. One end of each individual sub-section contains a flange yoke supporting a universal joint. The flange yoke on one or more individual sub-sections could develop a crack in the shoulder supporting the universal joint.
Safety risk
This condition could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the drive shaft sub-section. Owner notification began may 5, 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 diesel at 1-972-756-5500.
Notes
Customers can 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 03V010000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nissan Diesel UD1800 | 2003 |
| Nissan Diesel UD2000 | 2003 |
| Nissan Diesel UD2300 | 2003 |
| Ud UD1800CS | 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.