NHTSA Recall 79V242000: Fuel injection system (fuel system)
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 295,710 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Nissan 280Z.
| NHTSA campaign | 79V242000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
| Report received | November 13, 1979 |
| Owner notification | January 17, 1980 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Moisture and blow of mist present in the positive crankcase ventilation system may, under conditions of sub-zero temperatures, accumulate in the air regulator, causing prolonged engine idle, if owner fails to fully warm engine before driving. The pcv system can also cause a gumming in the throttle shaft which will impair the smooth open/close operation of the throttle.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a new pcv valve system with increased flow capacity. The throttle chambers and air regulators will be inspected and corrected and a final system integrity check will be performed at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel injection; electrical.consequences of defect: should high idle occur when the roads are wet orcovered with snow and ice, hard braking can cause loss of vehicle control and avehicle accident.note: the owner is advised to warm up the engine properly before driving thecar in severely cold weather.
Vehicles covered by recall 79V242000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nissan 280Z | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |
| Nissan 810 | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 |
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.