Nissan Motor () Nv400: Oil May Leak Onto Hot Engine Components

Recall Summary Nissan is recalling 4 NV400 vehicles in the United Kingdom because the turbocharger oil pipe ferrule may have cracked during manufacturing, which could cause oil to leak onto hot engine components. In some cases, this oil leak could potentially result in a fire. The fix involves replacing the turbocharger oil pipe.

Recalling firm

Nissan Motor (GB) Limited

Product

Vehicles: Nissan Motor () NV400. Units affected: 4

Reason

The turbocharger oil pipe ferrule material may have cracked during its forming process. In this condition there is a risk that the oil pipe may lose its sealing resulting in the leakage of oil from the vehicle. Depending on the severity of the leak and the vehicle conditions oil could contact hot areas in the engine room possibly resulting in fire. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the turbocharger oil pipe.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2016-05-10

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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