Nissan Interstar Recall R/2004/157: Tightness Of Steering Wheel Mounting May Not Conform With Nissan Standards, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 28 Oct 2004
- Launched
- 260
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2004/157
- DVSA reference
Nissan recalled Interstar vehicles built between 9 March 2004 and 11 March 2004. In certain cases the tightness of the steering wheel mounting may not conform to specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: as a preventative measure likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the steering wheel will be replaced and it's mounting strengthened. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
In certain cases the tightness of the steering wheel mounting may not conform to specification.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: TIGHTNESS OF STEERING WHEEL MOUNTING MAY NOT CONFORM WITH NISSAN STANDARDS Defect: In certain cases the tightness of the steering wheel mounting may not conform to specification. Remedy: As a preventative measure likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the steering wheel will be replaced and it's mounting strengthened.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: tightness of steering wheel mounting may not conform with nissan standards.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: as a preventative measure likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the steering wheel will be replaced and it's mounting strengthened.
Are You Affected?
Interstar built between 9 March 2004 and 11 March 2004 may be included. Nissan estimates 260 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 DVSA reference R/2004/157. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| InterstarInterstar (XDD/XDE) steering rack | Urgent | R/2025/370 | |
| InterstarSeat may detach | Low | R/2009/143 | |
| InterstarParking brake may fail | Urgent | R/2006/157 | |
| CubeCube (Z12) driver airbag | Urgent | R/2026/164 | |
| PrimastarPrimastar X82 tyre configuration | Book soon | R/2026/023 |
This is one of 162 Nissan recalls in DVSA’s data. The Nissan recall launched before it was R/2004/089 on 23 Jun 2004, for possibility that the sprocket bolt at the rear side of the camshaft could break. The one launched after it was R/2004/179 on 1 Dec 2004, for the front lower portion of the seat cover can become detached. You can also see every Nissan recall, all recalls launched in 2004 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/157, launched 28 October 2004. 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.