NHTSA Campaign Id 02V299000; Date: Nov. 12, 2002
This can result in corrosion and eventual failure of the wheel bearing. If this occurs, the wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
2001 Nissan Frontier; 2002 Nissan Frontier; 2003 Nissan Frontier; 2001 Nissan Xterra; 2002 Nissan Xterra; 2003 Nissan Xterra
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Nissan North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 143,000
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, water may enter the rear axle housing due to inadequate sealing of the anti-lock braking system (abs) sensor.
Dealers will inspect the rear axle for water intrusion and any affected components will be replaced. The abs sensor will be resealed to prevent water intrusion. Owner notification began December 10, 2003. 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.
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: Dec 10, 2003
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