Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V098000 Reported March 19, 2003

Nissan/alloy wheels

Q: What is recall 03V098000?

NHTSA recall 03V098000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on March 19, 2003. It addresses: Nissan/alloy wheels. The recall affects approximately 3,600 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Nissan North America, Inc. · N/A · 3,600 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03V098000

Manufacturer Campaign

R3006

Manufacturer

Nissan North America, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

3,600

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

March 19, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17 inch alloy wheels, the wheels may have a casting defect from which cracks could propagate as the vehicle is being driven.

Safety Consequence

If a sufficient number of cracks develop, the wheel could fail and separate from the mounting hub, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace these wheels. owner notification began april 28, 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 infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03V098000 or campaign R3006.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03V098000

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

What is recall 03V098000?

NHTSA recall 03V098000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on March 19, 2003. It addresses: Nissan/alloy wheels. The recall affects approximately 3,600 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V098000 or the manufacturer campaign number R3006. 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.