Thousands of US-delivered cars are subject to recall after the Japanese automaker found issues with seating during assembly.
History Behind The Recall
After issues relating to a distance sensor warning light and transmission fluid leaks on a vehicle warranty report, the Japanese automaker discovered the issue related to the left side of the CV transmission.
The warranty report shows a missing retaining clip after technicians inspected and removed the driveshaft. Before the NHTSA report was published, a further eight reports of the same issue came to the attention of the Japanese automaker when suddenly the issue escalated.
Nissan confirmed that the driveshaft does not fully disengage from the CVT gearbox. Thankfully no injuries or crashes are reported after discovering the driveshaft issue.
Which models are affected?
Several 2024 Nissan Sentra models are affected. So far the main culprits of the faulty driveshaft issue relate to vehicles built between July 21, 2023, and Jan 18, 2024. This totals 9,645 units.
What Happens Next?
Nissan has instructed technicians to inspect the front left driveshaft assembly. If it is discovered that they do not seat properly, the JATCO-supplied transmission will be replaced.
This process takes approximately 30 minutes, and the replacement could take up to seven hours, subject to part availability.
What owners need to do next
If you think you are subject to this recall announced by Nissan and drive a 2024 Sentra with a CVT gearbox, then you can use the VIN lookup tool on Nissan’s website or the NHTSA online tool.
Owners should also be aware of any leaks coming from the transmission as a symptom of an unseated driveshaft assembly. This could escalate to affected cars losing power and transmission issues related to low fluid.
If you own a 2024 Nissan Sentra, you can call Nissan at 800-867-7669 to inquire about the driveshaft recall, reference number PMA37.
The Sentra, priced from $21,180 (excluding freight) according to the build & price tool, sits between the subcompact Versa and the mid-size Altima in Nissan’s lineup. Last year, 109,195 Sentra’s were sold, while the Altima saw 128,030 units delivered. However, the Rogue crossover was Nissan’s top seller in this region, with 271,458 units sold in 2023.
How Nissan Owners Can Take Back Control
While recalls have been communicated to owners, many continue to be unhappy with the solutions provided by automakers. These problems have the potential to escalate into further action, just like this – underlining the importance of protecting consumer rights.
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