Nissan/light bulb socket
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. a rear lamp will not illuminate because the metal barrel in the light bulb socket moves or separates from the plastic socket housing due to inadequate heat resistance of the plastic at the lamp operating temperature.
Safety Consequence
The stop/tail combination lamp or the turn signal lamp will not function.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the bulb sockets in the rear combination lamps.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 98V234000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V234000?
NHTSA recall 98V234000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on September 21, 1998. It addresses: Nissan/light bulb socket. The recall affects approximately 100,032 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V234000 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.