2015–2016 Nissan GT-R recall: Equipment: other, labels
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V795000
- Reported
- November 24, 2015
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Part
- Equipment: other, labels
- Vehicles affected
- About 18
What is wrong
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 GT-R vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to June 16, 2015 to be sold in Puerto Rico. The affected vehicles have a Certification Label that is missing the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Safety risk
Due to the label missing the GVWR/GAWR information, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will apply a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Nissan GT-R (2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Due to the label missing the GVWR/GAWR information, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will apply a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.