NHTSA Campaign Id 02V165000; Date: Jun. 14, 2002
This can result in a sudden loss of power by the drive motor.
Recalled Vehicles:2000 Nissan Altra
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Nissan North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 15
Recall Summary:On certain electric passenger vehicles. Due to a change in the integrated circuit for the motor control unit, the power supply unit can go into the fail-safe mode under the conditions of low battery charge and full acceleration at speeds greater than 30 miles per hour.
How to Fix:The lessors/operators of the 15 vehicles will be contacted and a technician will be sent to replace the motor control unit. Owner notification began July 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall Notes:Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 15, 2002
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