Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1105700 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | May 20, 1999 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Nissan |
| Component | Fuel Tank |
| Production period | October 24, 1997 — June 13, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 63 units |
Defect
On compressed natural gas vehicles, the seals at the on/off valve and plug of the natural gas cylinder were improperly assembled. Continued use degrades the sealing performance. In the worst case, natural gas may leak.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, replace the seals on the natural gas cylinder, or replace the natural gas cylinder with a non-defective unit.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 1 type code(s). A vehicle is affected if its chassis number falls within one of the ranges below.
| Type code (型式) | Model | Chassis ranges |
|---|---|---|
| R-VFY10(改) | ＡＤ | VFY10-164294 — VFY10-174445 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
天然ガスを燃料とする自動車において、天然ガス容器の開閉バルブ及びプラグのシール部 にシーリングの組付けが不適切なものがあり、そのままの状態で使用を続けるとシール性 能が低下し、最悪の場合、天然ガスが洩れるおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、当該天然ガス容器のシーリングを交換する。または当該天然ガス容器を良品と交 換する。
Source & verification
This entry reproduces public data from Japan's MLIT recall registry. English text is jdmvin.com's own translation; always verify against the official source:
https://renrakuda.mlit.go.jp/renrakuda/ris-detail-car.html?class=recalldatacar&id=3000179