NHTSA Recall 05V512000: Power adjust (seats)
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 102,551 vehicles. It affects 2004–2006 Nissan Maxima.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V512000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | PB011 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › POWER ADJUST |
| Report received | November 7, 2005 |
| Owner notification | January 16, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the driver's seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat.
Safety risk
A pinched harness, in combination with driving vibration, may result in a short circuit in the harness that could lead to a fire in the seat.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wire harness and route it correctly. The recall began on january 16, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Nissan recall no. Pb011.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 05V512000
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.