Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V205002 Reported August 5, 1999

Nissan/fuel tank straps

Q: What is recall 99V205002?

NHTSA recall 99V205002 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on August 5, 1999. It addresses: Nissan/fuel tank straps. The recall affects approximately 1,600 vehicles , with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline 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. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 1,600 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

99V205002

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Nissan North America, Inc.

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Vehicles Affected

1,600

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 5, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: mini vans. the fuel tank retention strap (two straps per vehicle) can break at the spot welds causing an underbody rattle.

Safety Consequence

There is also a potential for fuel tank separation or fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the fuel tank retention straps.

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 99V205002 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 99V205002

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

What is recall 99V205002?

NHTSA recall 99V205002 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on August 5, 1999. It addresses: Nissan/fuel tank straps. The recall affects approximately 1,600 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V205002 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.