Recall 04V-581
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2004 Nissan Xterra: Trailer hitches.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-581
- Reported
- December 15, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 131 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, the accessory tow hitch attachment bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
The risk
This could cause the tow hitch to loosen or separate from the vehicle which could result in a crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the tow hitch. The recall began on january 3, 2005. Owners should contact nissan at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Nissan recall no. Pb124.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Nissan Xterra 2004