Nissan/power sliding doors
Defect Summary
On certain minivans equipped with a power sliding door(s), at an ambient temperature below approximately 40 degrees fahrenheit, the actuator for the power sliding door(s) may experience binding due to an out-of-specification condition. in order to open, close or reverse a power sliding door, the shift selector lever must be in "park." if the actuator is experiencing binding and the driver shifts the vehicle out of "park" while a power sliding door is still closing, the door latches may not engage.
Safety Consequence
This can result in the door coming open unexpectedly upon rapid acceleration, and an occupant could fall out of the door and be injured.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the actuator for the power sliding door(s). owner notification began on june 23, 2004. owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Latches/locks/linkages.
FAQ: Recall 04V186000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V186000?
NHTSA recall 04V186000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 16, 2004. It addresses: Nissan/power sliding doors. The recall affects approximately 26,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V186000 or the manufacturer campaign number RU401. 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.