NHTSA Recall 08V284000: Air conditioner (equipment)
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 180,664 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Infiniti QX56.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V284000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › APPLIANCE › AIR CONDITIONER |
| Report received | June 27, 2008 |
| Owner notification | August 2, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Nissan is recalling 180,664 my 2005-2006 titan, armada and infinity qx56 vehicles manufactured after march 17, 2005, that are equipped with a visteon air conditioning condenser fan motor. The fan motor may not be properly sealed allowing excessive water intrusion and inadequate drainage of moisture.
Safety risk
This could cause corrosion in the motor leading possibly to overheating and a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a 'thermal protector kit' and test the air conditioning condenser fan motor and replace it if necessary. The recall began on august 2, 2008. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
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 08V284000
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.