Nissan Almera, Primera Recall R/2002/151: Possible Deflation Of Front Left Hand Tyre, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 26 Nov 2002
- Launched
- 2,758
- vehicles in the UK
- pg203
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Nissan recalled Almera, Primera vehicles. A conveyor used during vehicle manufacturing may have damaged the front left hand tyre. The recall notice describes the fix as: examine tyre for damage and replace where necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A conveyor used during vehicle manufacturing may have damaged the front left hand tyre. In extreme cases the damage could lead to possible deflation of the affected tyre.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE DEFLATION OF FRONT LEFT HAND TYRE Defect: A conveyor used during vehicle manufacturing may have damaged the front left hand tyre. In extreme cases the damage could lead to possible deflation of the affected tyre. Remedy: Examine tyre for damage and replace where necessary.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to possible deflation of the affected tyre.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: examine tyre for damage and replace where necessary.
Are You Affected?
Almera, Primera may be included. Nissan estimates 2,758 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Nissan, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Nissan.
- Book with any franchised Nissan dealer, quoting the campaign code pg203 or the DVSA reference R/2002/151. See how to get a Nissan recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almera, Navara, Patrol, Terrano and 2 moreA non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used during previous recall to replace this component | Urgent | R/2018/100 | |
| Almera, Navara, Patrol, Terrano and 2 moreReplace airbag inflators checked but not replaced under previous recall R/2015/093 | Urgent | R/2017/279 | |
| Almera, Almera Tino, Navara, Patrol and 2 morePassenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly | Urgent | R/2015/093 | |
| Almera, Almera Tino, Navara, Patrol and 2 morePassenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly | Urgent | R/2013/050 | |
| Almera, TinoThe front lower portion of the seat cover can become detached | Low | R/2004/179 |
This is one of 162 Nissan recalls in DVSA’s data. The Nissan recall launched before it was R/2002/070 on 15 Jul 2002, for front suspension concern. The one launched after it was R/2003/048 on 18 Mar 2003, for drivers seat walk-in device concern. You can also see every Nissan recall and all recalls launched in 2002.
Source: DVSA recall R/2002/151, launched 26 November 2002. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.