Folding third row rear seat
Defect Summary
On certain mini vans equipped with a folding third row rear seat, when the third row seat is raised from its stowed position, it engages striker brackets, one on each side of the seat cushion. the fold-away striker loop is welded to a mounting bracket. the striker may become detached from its mounting bracket due to a broken weld at the point of attachment to the bracket.
Safety Consequence
If the third row seat striker weld fails, the striker could separate from the mounting bracket. striker separation could affect the risk of injury in certain types of crashes.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the third row seat striker brackets free of charge. the recall began on december 19, 2005. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 05V480000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V480000?
NHTSA recall 05V480000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on October 17, 2005. It addresses: Folding third row rear seat. The recall affects approximately 33,042 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V480000 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.