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2016 NISSAN Frontier ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #16V181000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
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.
Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Free Fix
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2016 NISSAN Frontier safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD recall for the 2016 NISSAN Frontier? (Campaign #16V181000)

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. An electrical short increases the risk of a fire. 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.