2016 Nissan Frontier Recall: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V181000 | Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Recall Summary
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Frontier V6 vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to March 7, 2016. The starter motor wire harness may have been installed in an incorrect position, allowing the starter harness terminal to contact the heat shield and result in an electrical short.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the starter wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Related Information
- All Nissan Recalls
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Source: NHTSA Safety Recall 16V181000