Nissan Almera recalls

12 official safety recalls for the Nissan Almera from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

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:

  1. Passenger airbag inflator may need replacement

    Reported August 17, 2018Model years 2004–2006DVSA 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 2004–2006DVSA 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 2004–2006DVSA 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 2001–2006DVSA 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. Timing chain tensioner may fail

    Reported June 23, 2004Model years 1999–2002DVSA recall R/2004/0896,002 vehicles affected

    A defective tensioner could jam the timing chain, causing the engine to stall or fail to start. It could also reduce braking assistance if the vacuum pump drive fails. The chain guide and tensioner will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY THAT THE SPROCKET BOLT AT THE REAR SIDE OF THE CAMSHAFT COULD BREAK
    Defect
    The timing chain tensioner may become defective which can result in the timing chain jamming. Should this occur the engine may stall or fail to start. The condition may also result in the camshaft turning in a non-uniform fashion which could lead to the failure of the vacuum pump drive and a reduction in braking assistance.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the camshaft chain guide and tensioner replaced.

  7. 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.

  8. 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

  9. Front left tyre may deflate

    Reported November 26, 2002DVSA recall R/2002/1515,516 vehicles affected

    A manufacturing conveyor may have damaged the front left tyre, which could deflate in extreme cases. The tyre will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE DEFLATION OF FRONT LEFT HAND TYRE
    Defect
    A conveyor used during vehicle manufacturing may have damaged the front left hand tyre. In extreme cases the damage could lead to possible deflation of the affected tyre.
    Remedy
    Examine tyre for damage and replace where necessary.

  10. Parking brake may release by itself

    Reported February 25, 2002Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2001/15519,240 vehicles affected

    Misaligned ratchet and pawl teeth may prevent the parking brake from setting securely, and it may release by itself. The parking brake assembly will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    PARKING BRAKE MAY SELF RELEASE
    Defect
    The parking brake may not be able to be securely set due to misalignment of the ratchet and pawl teeth. In the worst case the parking brake may self release.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement parking brake assembly.

  11. Engine position sensor may fail and stall engine

    Reported January 29, 2002Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2001/15480,910 vehicles affected

    An internal failure of the crankshaft and camshaft position sensor may cause the engine to stall and not restart. The sensor will be replaced with a quality-assured part.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY STALL
    Defect
    A concern has been identified affecting 1.5 1.6 and 1.8 petrol engine crankshaft and camshaft position sensors (a common part). An internal failure of the component may cause the engine to stall and not restart.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement crankshaft and camshaft position sensor.

  12. Side airbag may not deploy

    Reported December 1, 2000Model years 2000DVSA recall R/2000/115761 vehicles affected

    The side airbag sensor may be programmed incorrectly, so the airbag may not deploy in a collision. The sensor will be reprogrammed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
    Defect
    The side air bag satellite sensor may be incorrectly programmed. In the event of a collision the air bag may not deploy.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and re-programme sensor.

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.

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