Nissan/seat belt
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with bucket seats. in certain frontal crashes, the front seat belt can slip between the seat bottom finisher and the seat back plastic recliner handle where it can be cut by the sharp edge of the metal portion of the recliner lever.
Safety Consequence
If the seat belt is completely severed, it can increase the risk of serious injury to an occupant in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the plastic handle on the end of the seat back reclining lever fwith a different shape handle which will prevent the seat belt from slipping between the handle and the seat.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 98V065000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V065000?
NHTSA recall 98V065000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on March 25, 1998. It addresses: Nissan/seat belt. The recall affects approximately 20,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V065000 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.