NHTSA Recall 04V581000: Trailer hitches
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 131 vehicles. It affects 2004 Nissan Xterra.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V581000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | PB124 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | December 15, 2004 |
| Owner notification | January 3, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the accessory tow hitch attachment bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
Safety risk
This could cause the tow hitch to loosen or separate from the vehicle which could result in a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the tow hitch. The recall began on january 3, 2005. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Nissan recall no. Pb124.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 04V581000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nissan Xterra | 2004 |
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.