Tires May Have Tear in Inner Bead – 2023 Nissan Titan & Frontier

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.r’\__ NISSAN “-…/ April 17, 2023 Ms. Anne Collins Associate Administrator for Enforcement National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Attn: Recall Management Division (NVS-275) Room W48-302 7200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Dear Ms. Collins: Nissan North America, Inc. One Nissan Way Franklin, TN 37067 Mailing Address: PO Box 685001 Franklin, TN 37068 We are transmitting the enclosed Defect Information Report in accordance with 49 CFR Part 573. A voluntary recall campaign will be initiated and your office provided with the notices. Very truly, Will Swindell Manager, Technical Compliance Encl. DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT 1. Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc., Canton Plant 2. Vehicles Potentially Involved: Model Year 2023 Nissan Titan and Frontier vehicles as shown in the table below: Model Dates of Manufacture Tire~i2e January 20, 2023 to February 18, 2023 Road Tire MY 2023 Nissan Titan February 1, 2023 to March 20, 2023 Spare Tire January 26, 2023 to February 22, 2023 Road Tire MY 2023 Nissan Frontier February 1, 2023 to April 4, 2023 Spare Tire Based on Nissan production records, the issue was caused by tire mounting equipment on a specific Nissan production line. No other Nissan or lnfiniti vehicles are affected by this issue because the affected tires (described in Section 5 below) are unique to these models and dates of manufacture. The name, description and part number of the subject components are below: Part Name Part Descri12tion Tire GENERAL GRABBER A/T Tire GENERAL GRABBER A/T Tire GENERAL GRABBER Tire HANKOOKA/T The tire supplier for the affected vehicles: CONTINENTAL TIRE MT. VERNON 11525 North Illinois Hwy 142 Mount Vernon, IL 62864 Ali Hortacsu, Quality Manager Phone: (248) 808-4809 Email: ali.hortacsu@conti-na.com HAN KOOK TIRE AMERICA CORPORATION 38777 Six Mile Road, Suite 100 Livonia, Ml 48152 Kevin Jeon, Quality Contact Part Number 40312 EZ40E 40312 9FS0C 40312 EZ00D 40312 9BU2A Phone: (734) 542-1460 Email: kevinjeon@hankookn.com 3. Total Number of Vehicles Potentially Involved: Approximately 4,249 MY 2023 Nissan Titan and Frontier vehicles total. Model Volume of Production MY 2023 Nissan Titan – Road Tire 122 MY 2023 Nissan Titan – Spare Tire 407 MY 2023 Nissan Frontier – Road Tire 884 MY 2023 Nissan Frontier – Spare Tire 2,836 4. Percentage of Vehicles Estimated to Actually Contain the Defect: Approximately 0.12%. 1% is used here because submission within NHTSA’s safety portal will not allow a value less than 1%. 5. Description of the Defect: The affected tires may have a tear in the inner bead which could lead to rapid depressurization or sudden air loss. A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving could impair the driver’s ability to maintain control of the vehicle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. 6. Chronology of Principal Events: March 10, 2023 – During vehicle transportation, a transport driver reported rapid air loss on the right front tire of a Nissan Titan Pro-4X vehicle. Nissan began an investigation. March 24, 2023 – Nissan conducted a yard audit and identified one (1) Nissan Frontier and four (4) Nissan Titan XD vehicles with flat tires. All affected tires were broken down for investigation and found to have a tear in the inner bead. March 28, 2023 – Nissan initiated a quality hold to dealerships for 723 potentially affected MY 2023 Titan and Frontier vehicles pending investigation of a potential mounting issue. March 30, 2023 – Nissan escalated the dealer action with instructions to replace all four (4) road tires and the spare tire for certain vehicles as its investigation continued. Nissan’s investigation found that a tire mounter boot that was recently replaced during routine maintenance on one production line was the incorrect shape. This boot’s contact with the inner bead during the tire-to-wheel mounting process could potentially cause a tear in the inner bead in certain cases. Nissan reviewed production records determine the population of vehicle potentially affected. April 70, 2023 – Nissan decided to conduct a Voluntary Safety Recall to inspect, and remedy all potentially affected vehicles. Nissan is aware of six (6) total field claims attributed to tire air loss within this subject population. Nissan is not aware of any accidents or injuries for this subject concern. 7. Description of Corrective Action: Dealers will be notified beginning April 77, 2023. Owners of all potentially affected vehicles will be notified beginning June 10, 2023. For vehicles affected by Campaign ID PC973, the dealer will replace all four (4) road tires. For vehicles affected by Campaign ID PC974, the dealer will inspect the spare tire assembly for a date code to determine if replacement is necessary. Note: Vehicles can be affected by just one campaign or by both campaigns. All repairs will be performed free of charge for parts and labor and may take up to two (2) hours to complete. Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy since the subject vehicles if any replacement was not covered under warranty. 8. Copy of Notices: Copies of all notices will be provided to NHTSA as they become available.

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-273 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Nissan North America, Inc. Submission Date : APR 17, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-273 Manufacturer Recall No. : PC973, PC974 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Nissan North America, Inc. Address : P. O. BOX 685001 Franklin TN 37068-5009 Company phone : 800-647-7261 Population : Number of potentially involved : 4,249 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2023-2023 Nissan Titan Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Based on Nissan production records, the issue was caused by tire mounting equipment on a specific Nissan production line. No other Nissan or Infiniti vehicles are affected by this issue because the affected tires (described in Section 5 below) are unique to these models and dates of manufacture. Production Dates : JAN 20, 2023 – FEB 18, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2023-2023 Nissan Titan Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Based on Nissan production records, the issue was caused by tire mounting equipment on a specific Nissan production line. No other Nissan or Infiniti vehicles are affected by this issue because the affected tires (described in Section 5 below) are unique to these models and dates of manufacture. Production Dates : FEB 01, 2023 – MAR 20, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-273 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2023-2023 Nissan Frontier Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Based on Nissan production records, the issue was caused by tire mounting equipment on a specific Nissan production line. No other Nissan or Infiniti vehicles are affected by this issue because the affected tires (described in Section 5 below) are unique to these models and dates of manufacture. Production Dates : JAN 26, 2023 – FEB 22, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2023-2023 Nissan Frontier Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Based on Nissan production records, the issue was caused by tire mounting equipment on a specific Nissan production line. No other Nissan or Infiniti vehicles are affected by this issue because the affected tires (described in Section 5 below) are unique to these models and dates of manufacture. Production Dates : FEB 01, 2023 – APR 04, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : The affected tires may have a tear in the inner bead which could lead to rapid depressurization or sudden air loss. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving could impair the driver’s ability to maintain control of the vehicle, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : There is no preceding warning for the customer. Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-273 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : Tire Component Description : GENERAL GRABBER A/T Component Part Number : 40312 EZ40E Component Name 2 : Tire Component Description : GENERAL GRABBER A/T Component Part Number : 40312 9FS0C Component Name 3 : Tire Component Description : GENERAL GRABBER Component Part Number : 40312 EZ00D Component Name 4 : Tire Component Description : HANKOOK A/T Component Part Number : 40312 9BU2A Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : CONTINENTAL TIRE MT. VERNON Address : 11525 North Illinois Hwy 142 Mount Vernon Illinois 62864 Country : United States Chronology : March 10, 2023 – During vehicle transportation, a transport driver reported rapid air loss on the right front tire of a Nissan Titan Pro-4X vehicle. Nissan began an investigation. March 24, 2023 – Nissan conducted a yard audit and identified one (1) Nissan Frontier and four (4) Nissan Titan XD vehicles with flat tires. All affected tires were broken down for investigation and found to have a tear in the inner bead. March 28, 2023 – Nissan initiated a quality hold to dealerships for 723 potentially affected MY 2023 Titan and Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-273 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Frontier vehicles pending investigation of a potential mounting issue. March 30, 2023 – Nissan escalated the dealer action with instructions to replace all four (4) road tires and the spare tire for certain vehicles as its investigation continued. Nissan’s investigation found that a tire mounter boot that was recently replaced during routine maintenance on one production line was the incorrect shape. This boot’s contact with the inner bead during the tire-to-wheel mounting process could potentially cause a tear in the inner bead in certain cases. Nissan reviewed production records determine the population of vehicle potentially affected. April 10, 2023 – Nissan decided to conduct a Voluntary Safety Recall to inspect, and remedy all potentially affected vehicles. Nissan is aware of six (6) total field claims attributed to tire air loss within this subject population. Nissan is not aware of any accidents or injuries for this subject concern. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : For vehicles affected by Campaign ID PC973, the dealer will replace all four (4) road tires. For vehicles affected by Campaign ID PC974, the dealer will inspect the spare tire assembly for a date code to determine if replacement is necessary. Note: Vehicles can be affected by just one campaign or by both campaigns. All repairs will be performed free of charge for parts and labor and may take up to two (2) hours to complete. Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy since the subject vehicles if any replacement was not covered under warranty. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : NR Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : NR Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified beginning April 17, 2023. Owners of all potentially affected vehicles will be notified beginning June 10, 2023. Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 17, 2023 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 10, 2023 – NR * NR – Not Reported

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CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Road Tires and Spare Tire Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign Reference: PC973/PC974 Date: April 18, 2023 Attention: Dealer Principal, Sales, Service & Parts Managers SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN ID: PC973/PC974 | Original Document IMPORTANT: It is a violation of Federal law for dealers to sell or deliver vehicles in their inventory covered by this notification until the campaign action is performed. PC973 – Road Tires (Replace 4 Tires) PC974 – Spare Tire (Inspect and Replace if Needed) ***** Campaign Summary ***** Nissan is committed to the safety and security of our customers and their passengers. Nissan has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the previously announced dealer inventory Quality Action (PC972) is being reclassified and expanded as a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign. Nissan is recalling certain specific MY2023 Nissan Titan and Frontier vehicles as they may have tires that were potentially damaged during the tire mounting process. The affected tires may have a tear in the inner bead that could lead to rapid depressurization or sudden air loss, increasing the possibility of a crash event. Beginning in June 2023, owners of all potentially affected vehicles will be notified to bring their Titan or Frontier to a Nissan dealer for the remedy. Affected Models/Years: Affected Population: Dealer Inventory: SERVICE COMM Activation date: Stop Sale In Effect 2023 Titan (A61) 121 78 April 18, 2023 YES 2023 Frontier (D41) 876 470 Affected Models/Years: Affected Population: Dealer Inventory: SERVICE COMM Activation date: Stop Sale In Effect 2023 Titan (A61) 523 343 April 18, 2023 YES 2023 Frontier (D41) 3,543 1,995 CAMPAIGN ID: PC973/PC974 | Original Document ***** What Dealers Should Do**** 1. Verify if vehicles are affected by either or both of these Voluntary Recalls using Service Comm or DBS National Service history – Open Campaign I.D.’s PC973 and PC974  Campaign I.D. PC972 has been closed and all affected vehicles still open from the Quality Action (PC972) have been moved to Voluntary Recall Campaign I.D.’s PC973 and/or PC974.  Vehicles can be affected by just one campaign or by both campaigns 2. Dealers must not sell, lease, trade, rent or loan any vehicles in dealer inventory subject to this recall campaign until after the vehicle has been remedied. 3. Dealers should use NTB23-035 to remedy any vehicles affected by campaign PC973 and use NTB23-036 to remedy any vehicles affected by campaign PC974. IMPORTANT – Discard the procedure instructions provided for the Quality Action (PC972) as they no longer apply. 4. Once repaired, dealers should submit the claim using the claims coding provided and release the vehicle. ***** Release Schedule ***** Parts Refer to the Parts Information section of NTB23-035 for PC973 and NTB-036 for PC974 to determine the correct tires to order. Tires are available through Dealer Tire. • Use a ½” drill bit to drill two holes through the sidewall of each removed tire.  Tires removed due to this campaign cannot be resold or reused.  Nissan recommends properly disposing of all unusable disabled tires to comply with applicable state and local laws and regulations. Additionally, Nissan recommends limiting the disposal of tires in landfills by alternative beneficial or positive reuse such as recycling, shredding, crumbling and recovery. Repair • NTB23-035 for PC973 • NTB23-036 for PC974 Owner Notification Nissan will notify the owners of potentially affected vehicles in June 2023. ***** Dealer Responsibility ***** It is the dealer’s responsibility to check Service Comm or DBS National Service History using the appropriate Campaign I.D. for the campaign status on each vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary recall campaign, which for any reason enters the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties or presented by transient (tourist) owners and vehicles in new vehicle inventory. If a VIN subject to this recall campaign was part of a dealer trade, the letter associated with that VIN should be forwarded to the appropriate dealer for service completion. CAMPAIGN ID: PC973/PC974 | Original Document NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. Total Customer Satisfaction Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Q. Is this a recall? A. Yes. Q. Is this a Stop Sale? A. Yes. Q. What is the reason for the recall? A. Certain specific MY2023 Nissan Titan and Frontier vehicles may have tires that were potentially damaged during the tire mounting process. Q. What is the possible effect of the condition? A. The affected tires may have a tear in the inner bead that could lead to rapid depressurization or sudden air loss, increasing the possibility of a crash event. Q. What will be the corrective action for this voluntary recall campaign? A. For vehicles affected by Campaign ID PC973 the dealer will replace all four (4) road tires. For vehicles affected by Campaign ID PC974 the dealer will inspect the spare tire assembly for a date code to determine if replacement is necessary. Note: Vehicles can be affected by just one campaign or by both campaigns. Q. How long will the corrective action take? A. This free service could take up to two and a half (2.5) hours to complete but your Nissan dealer may require your vehicle for a longer period of time based upon their work schedule. Q. When will vehicle owners be notified? A. Beginning in June 2023, owners of all potentially affected vehicles will be notified to bring their vehicle to a Nissan dealer for repair. CAMPAIGN ID: PC973/PC974 | Original Document Q. Is my vehicle safe to drive? A. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an Owner Notification letter from Nissan, which will provide instructions on how to remedy your vehicle. Affected owners are encouraged to have their vehicles remedied as soon as possible upon notification. Q. Is there anything owners can do to mitigate this condition? A. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an Owner Notification letter from Nissan, which will provide instructions on how to remedy your vehicle. Affected owners are encouraged to have their vehicles remedied as soon as possible upon notification. Q. Will a rental vehicle be provided while the dealer is servicing the vehicle? A. Please consult your dealer for alternate transportation availability while your vehicle is being serviced. Rental is available upon customer request, while parts are on order. EXPENSE CODE DESCRIPTION AMOUNT 502 Rental Expense $156 (Max) Contact the Warranty claims call center 1-800-258-7008 Option 7, if additional expense is required. Please refer to the Goodwill Rental Guidelines in the APRM for detailed information regarding application of rental reimbursement. Q. Are parts readily available? A. Yes. Q. Is there any charge for this service? A. No. The remedy will be provided for the customer free of charge for parts and labor. Q. In the event customers had to replace a tire due to the potential damage during the tire mounting process and replacement not covered under the new vehicle limited warranty, are they eligible for reimbursement? A. Nissan will reimburse customers who paid to replace their tire due to this condition. Customers contact the National Consumer Affairs Department, Nissan North America, Inc., P.O. Box 685003, Franklin, TN 37068-5003. The toll-free number is 1-800-867-7669. Q. Will I have to take my vehicle back to the selling dealer to have the service performed? A. No, any authorized Nissan dealer is able to perform the service. CAMPAIGN ID: PC973/PC974 | Original Document For Consumer Affairs: Please inform us of the dealer where you would like to have the service completed. Q. I have lost confidence in the vehicle. Will Nissan replace or repurchase the vehicle? A. The remedy will fully correct this condition. As the condition will be corrected, there is no basis for repurchasing or replacing your vehicle. Q. What model year vehicles are involved? A. Certain specific model year 2023 Nissan Titan and Frontier vehicles manufactured between January 20, 2023 to April 4, 2023. Q. Are you experiencing this condition on any other Nissan (or INFINITI) models? A. No. Revision History: Date Announcement Purpose April 18, 2023 Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign New Campaign Announcement

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