Recalls & faults: Nissan R20 Terrano II (1997-99)

Recalls: Nissan R20 Terrano II

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Nissan R20 Terrano II

In June 1999, a recall was issued for Nissan R20 Terrano II vehicles in the VIN range VSK TVUR 20A 0364762 to VSK TVUR 20A 0377101. In these vehicles, the owners manual handbook was applicable to vehicles in another market and did not contain some of the specific information for Australia such as child restraint anchorage points (PRA 1999/3961).
In June 2000, a recall was issued for Nissan R20 Terrano II vehicles manufactured between January 1995 and March 1997 and in the VIN range VSK TVUR 20U0 243900 to VSK TVUR 20U0 307301. In these vehicles, the brake pipe from the front distribution line to the rear pressure regulation valve may interfere with the vehicle floor – this could lead to wear, perforation of the pipe and brake fluid leakage (PRA 2000/4363).

Problems and faults: Nissan R20 Terrano II

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

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