Vehicle recall 81V063000 · May 22, 1981

1980-1981 Nissan 720

If involved vehicles are driven in deep mud or water for long distances and an extended period of time, mud and water may penetrate the front wheel hub through the grease seal.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: If involved vehicles are driven in deep mud or water for long distances and an extended period of time, mud and water may penetrate the front wheel hub through the grease seal. Under these conditions the front wheel bearing could wear prematurely, due to bearing contamination.
Remedy: The dealer will install an improved grease seal. Upon inspection, if signs of bearing wear or rust are present, the bearing will also be replaced at no cost to owner.
Notes: Vehicle description: pick up truck, four-wheel drive.system: suspension; front wheel bearing.consequences of defect: if owner/driver continues to operate the vehicle inthis condition, the bearing may seize, possibly resulting in an accident.note: until the correction is made, the owner is advised to try and avoiddriving in deep mud or water. If an unusual noise develops in the front of thevehicle, have it checked immediately.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 81V063000
Reported to NHTSA: May 22, 1981
Filed by: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Owner notification: July 27, 1981
Vehicles potentially affected: 42,735
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft

Recall 81V063000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Nissan 720 (1980-1981): 1981, 1980

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