Nissan/steering gear
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: mini vans. one or more of the five bolts that mount the rack and pinion steering gear to the vehicle may have been incorrectly tightened.
Safety Consequence
There could be a looseness in the steering, which may be accompanied by noise or vibration.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if the bolts are missing, will replace the steering gear mounting bolts. all bolts will be tightened to the specified torque.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 00V292002
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V292002?
NHTSA recall 00V292002 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on October 2, 2000. It addresses: Nissan/steering gear. The recall affects approximately 70,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V292002 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.