NHTSA Recall 07V207000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V207000; Date: May. 10, 2007
If the drive belt comes off, the alternator warning lamp will illuminate. If the warning is ignored, this condition could ultimately result in a loss of vehicle power (engine stall) increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 UD UD1800; 2006 UD UD1800; 2007 UD UD1800; 2005 UD UD2000; 2006 UD UD2000; 2007 UD UD2000; 2005 UD UD2300; 2006 UD UD2300; 2007 UD UD2300; 2005 UD UD2600; 2006 UD UD2600; 2007 UD UD2600; 2005 UD UD3300; 2006 UD UD3300; 2007 UD UD3300
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Nissan Diesel America, Inc
Affected Units:: 6,074
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks equipped with bando belt tensioner, corrosion or rust may develop on the tensioner spindle or bushing causing the auto tensioner to become stiff or bind. This can cause the drive belt to suddenly come off, or the auto tensioner mounting bolts could suddenly break.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the auto tensioner, install upgraded mounting bolts, and replace the accessory drive belt free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2007. Owners may contact Nissan diesel at 972-756-5523. Note: this recall will supersede Nissan diesel's previous campaign (please see 06v159).
Recall Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 24, 2007
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