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Recall campaign04V581000

Recall 04V581000: 2004 Nissan Xterra

Trailer hitches
Report received
Dec 15, 2004
Manufacturer
Nissan north america, inc.
Potentially affected
131vehicles
Model years
2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain sport utility vehicles, the accessory tow hitch attachment bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.

Possible consequence

This could cause the tow hitch to loosen or separate from the vehicle which could result in a crash without warning.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten the tow hitch. The recall began on january 3, 2005. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.