Recall 09V487000: 2007–2008 UD UD3300

Report received

Dec 22, 2009

Manufacturer

Nissan diesel america, inc

Potentially affected

73vehicles

Model years

2007–2008

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

Nissan diesel is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 ud3300 vehicles that were modified by installing dual steering controls for use as street sweepers. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." brake recertification was not performed on these vehicles during modification of the dual steering system.

Possible consequence

Operation of a vehicle with incorrect air brake apply/release timing may result in reduced braking performance which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning to the vehicle operator.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 15, 2010. Owners may contact nissan diesel at 1-972-756-5500.

Affected model years

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

• 2007 UD UD33000 complaints
• 2008 UD UD33000 complaints