Large Recall NHTSA · 01V357000 Reported November 16, 2001

Nissan/crank position sensor

Nissan North America, Inc. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 103,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
01V357000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
103,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 16, 2001

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a 1.8 liter engine. the engine could stop running while being driven due to a defective crank position sensor. this could also result in the "service engine soon" warning light coming on or reduced engine power.

Safety Consequence

If the engine stops running while the vehicle is in motion, it could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. owner notification began december 10, 2001. 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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 01V357000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 01V357000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V357000?

NHTSA recall 01V357000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on November 16, 2001. It addresses: Nissan/crank position sensor. The recall affects approximately 103,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V357000 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.