NHTSA Recall 05V341000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
NISSAN DIESEL AMERICA, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,018 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ud UD1800.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V341000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 28, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 28, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain medium duty trucks, the exhaust pipe may break at the exhaust brake mounting flange.
Safety risk
The exhaust brake and muffler assembly could separate from the exhaust pipe and be discharged from under the vehicle in the event that the exhaust pipe cracks completely through while driving. This could occur without warning and potentially cause a crash or impede other vehicles on the highway.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the exhaust pipe on the affected vehicles. The recall began on october 28, 2005. Owners may contact nissan diesel at 1-972-756-5500.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V341000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ud UD1800 | 2005, 2006 |
| Ud UD2000 | 2005, 2006 |
| Ud UD2300 | 2005, 2006 |
| Ud UD2600 | 2005, 2006 |
| Ud UD3300 | 2005, 2006 |
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.