NHTSA Recall 03V061000: Inflator module (air bags)
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 64,562 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Nissan Altima.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V061000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R3001 |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › DRIVER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE |
| Report received | February 27, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 21, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain vehicles, the electrical connector for the driver air bag may come loose. If the connector comes loose, the supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently.
Safety risk
The driver side air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install a retaining clip on the clock spring electrical connector. Owner notification began april 21, 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
Nissan recall no. R3001.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 03V061000
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.