Vehicle recall 83V112000 · October 26, 1983

1982-1983 Nissan Sentra

The wiper blade may extend too far and catch on the radio antenna bracket.

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

Summary: The wiper blade may extend too far and catch on the radio antenna bracket. The connection of the wiper arm and the pivot could be damaged. The condition is caused by an incorrect setting of the wiper arm height above the pivot.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, the wiper arm pivot will be replaced and the wiper stroke adjusted.
Notes: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: visual systems; windshield wiper.consequences of defect: loss of wiper function will impair visibility ininclement weather and increase the risk of an accident.note: owners are cautioned to be aware of blades striking the antenna bracket;if this occurs, set wiper speed to the low position.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 83V112000
Reported to NHTSA: October 26, 1983
Filed by: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Owner notification: January 9, 1984
Vehicles potentially affected: 238,055
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer

Recall 83V112000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Nissan Sentra (1982-1983): 1983, 1982

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