Nissan Almera Tino recalls

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

• United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
• United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

1. Passenger airbag inflator may need replacement

   Reported August 17, 2018Model years 2004–2005DVSA recall R/2018/100138,115 vehicles affected

   A non-desiccated passenger airbag inflator was fitted during an earlier repair. Replace it with a new desiccated inflator.

   Official DVSA recall text

   Component

   A NON-DESSICATED PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR WAS USED DURING PREVIOUS RECALL TO REPLACE THIS COMPONENT

   Defect

   In 2013 Nissan announced a Recall campaign to replace Takata SPI front passenger airbag inflators. A non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used for the replacement. Although there have been no known incidents associated with inflators of this type Nissan has decided to replace all inflators previously repaired with a non-dessicated inflator to a new dessicated version.

   Remedy

   Replace the front passenger airbag inflator with a new dessicated type.

2. Airbag inflators checked in an earlier recall to be replaced

   Reported December 11, 2017Model years 2004–2005DVSA recall R/2017/279196,590 vehicles affected

   Inflators previously checked and deemed serviceable will be replaced with new airbag assemblies as a precaution.

   Official DVSA recall text

   Component

   REPLACE AIRBAG INFLATORS CHECKED BUT NOT REPLACED UNDER PREVIOUS RECALL R/2015/093

   Defect

   The air bag inflators on affected vehicles were previously checked and deemed to be serviceable. As a precautionary measure the manufacturer has decided to replace them with new assemblies.

   Remedy

   On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly.

3. Passenger airbag inflator propellant may deteriorate

   Reported November 16, 2015Model years 2004–2005DVSA recall R/2015/093398,100 vehicles affected

   A possible air leak may let moisture into the passenger airbag inflator and deteriorate its propellant. The airbag may deploy abnormally, and its housing could separate and injure occupants. The airbag assembly will be inspected and the inflator replaced if needed.

   Official DVSA recall text

   Component

   PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY

   Defect

   The manufacturer has identified that a potential air leak at the passenger airbag inflators which may allow moisture to enter the airbag inflator causing the propellant in the inflator units to deteriorate. Deterioration of the propellant may lead to abnormal deployment of the passenger airbag. In an extreme situation this may result in separation of the airbag housing during deployment causing injury to occupants.

   Remedy

   Inspect air bag assembly and where required replace air bag inflator

4. Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

   Reported April 22, 2013Model years 2001–2005DVSA recall R/2013/050590,080 vehicles affected

   Improperly made propellant wafers may cause the passenger airbag inflator to rupture and the airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash, increasing injury risk and possibly causing a fire. The inflator module will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

   Official DVSA recall text

   Component

   PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY

   Defect

   The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant and the possibility of a fire.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.

5. Front seat cover may expose a sharp edge

   Reported December 1, 2004Model years 2004DVSA recall R/2004/17911,330 vehicles affected

   The lower front portion of a front seat cover may detach, exposing a sharp metal edge that could injure an occupant's hand. The cover will be refitted with a modified fastener.

   Official DVSA recall text

   Component

   THE FRONT LOWER PORTION OF THE SEAT COVER CAN BECOME DETACHED

   Defect

   It is possible that the front lower portion of the cover on the front seat can become detached from its position. This can leave exposed a sharp metal edge on the seat base. This may cause injury or damage to the occupants hand when accessing the storage compartment or during seat adjustment.

   Remedy

   Recall the affected vehicles and re-fit the cover with a modified fastener.

6. Engine sensors may cause stalling or prevent restart

   Reported December 8, 2003Model years 1999–2002DVSA recall R/2003/170447,324 vehicles affected

   A fault with the engine angle and position sensors could cause the engine to stall or prevent it from restarting. The sensors will be replaced.

   Official DVSA recall text

   Component

   ENGINE MAY STALL

   Defect

   A concern has been identified with the engine angle and position sensors of the engine management system If ignored it could cause the engine to stall and/or make it not possible to restart

   Remedy

   Recall affected vehicles and replace sensors.

7. Rear seat belt buckle may break

   Reported May 29, 2003Model years 2000–2002DVSA recall R/2003/05232,700 vehicles affected

   A rear outer seat belt buckle may break because its material was incorrectly treated, leaving the belt unable to restrain the occupant. The buckle will be replaced with a modified type.

   Official DVSA recall text

   Component

   REAR SIDE SEAT BELT OUTER BUCKLE MAY BREAK

   Defect

   The rear side seatbelt outer buckle may be of a material which has been incorrectly treated. The buckle may break in service. The seat belt would no longer offer a restraining facility

   Remedy

   Recall affected vehicles and replace buckle with modified type

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.