Safety Recall NHTSA · 80V046000 Reported April 21, 1980

Power train:transmission:4 speed

Q: What is recall 80V046000?

NHTSA recall 80V046000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 21, 1980. It addresses: Power train:transmission:4 speed. The recall affects approximately 15,019 vehicles , with the defect involving the Power Train 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. · Power Train · 15,019 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

80V046000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Nissan North America, Inc.

Component

Power Train

Vehicles Affected

15,019

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 21, 1980

Defect Summary

The main shaft lock nut may come loose due to an improper fastening of the nut during assembly. The looseness of the nut can prevent shifting from one gear to another or selection of neutral. If the lock nut comes completely loose on the main shaft, greatly increased internal friction in the transmission could result. In extreme cases, the transmission may become totally inoperable. At low speeds, the vehicle could unexpectedly exhibit an effect similar to brake application.

Corrective Action

Vehicles will be inspected and tested. If necessary, the main shaft lock nut will be tightened properly at no cost to owner.

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 80V046000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
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 80V046000

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

What is recall 80V046000?

NHTSA recall 80V046000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 21, 1980. It addresses: Power train:transmission:4 speed. The recall affects approximately 15,019 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 80V046000 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.