Recall 05V512000: Power Seat Wiring Harness Fire Hazard

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Nissan/Maxima 2004-2006

MANUFACTURER: Nissan North America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 05V512000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: November 03, 2005

COMPONENT: Seats: Front Assembly: Power Adjust

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 102551

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the driver's seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat.

CONSEQUENCE:
A pinched harness, in combination with driving vibration, may result in a short circuit in the harness that could lead to a fire in the seat.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the wire harness and route it correctly. The recall is expected to begin on December 15, 2005. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

NOTES:
Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.