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NHTSA Recall 06V159000: Engine and engine cooling

NISSAN DIESEL AMERICA, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,814 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ud UD1800.

1,814
vehicles potentially affected
5
models affected
2006
owners notified (June 23)
NHTSA campaign06V159000
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report receivedMay 10, 2006
Owner notificationJune 23, 2006
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain trucks equipped with bando belt tensioner, corrosion or rust may develop on the tensioner spindle or bushing causing the auto tensioner to become stiff or bind. This can cause the drive belt to suddenly come off, or the auto tensioner mounting bolts could suddenly break.

Safety risk

If the drive belt comes off, the alternator warning lamp will illuminate. If the warning is ignored, this condition could ultimately result in a loss of vehicle power (engine stall) increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the auto tensioner, install upgraded mounting bolts, and replace the accessory drive belt free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2006. Owners may contact nissan diesel at 972-756-5523. Note: this recall has been superseded by 07v207.

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 06V159000

Make and modelModel years
Ud UD18002005, 2006
Ud UD20002005, 2006
Ud UD23002005, 2006
Ud UD26002005, 2006
Ud UD33002005, 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.