Nissan Cabstar Recall R/2009/135: Possible Loss Of Steering Function, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Dec 2009
- Launched
- 1,858
- vehicles in the UK
- PV9A1
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Nissan recalled Cabstar vehicles built between 25 August 2008 and 23 October 2008. The lower steering column connecting rod may become disconnected resulting in loss of steering control. The dealer will check and if necessary retorque steering rod bolts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The lower steering column connecting rod may become disconnected resulting in loss of steering control.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING FUNCTION Defect: There is a possibility that the lower steering column connecting rod may become disconnected resulting in loss of steering control. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to check and if necessary retorque steering rod bolts.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in loss of steering control.
The Fix
The dealer will check and if necessary retorque steering rod bolts.
Are You Affected?
Cabstar built between 25 August 2008 and 23 October 2008 may be included. Nissan estimates 1,858 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 PV9A1 or the DVSA reference R/2009/135. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CabstarIncorrect body width could restric rear visabiity | Low | R/2017/101 | |
| CabstarEngine may stall | Urgent | R/2008/019 | |
| CabstarWheel bearing could fail | Book soon | R/2007/065 | |
| CabstarSeat anchorage may not be secure | Low | R/2007/064 | |
| CabstarExcessive wear of vacuum pump drive gear | Urgent | R/2004/208 |
This is one of 162 Nissan recalls in DVSA’s data. The Nissan recall launched before it was R/2009/106 on 23 Nov 2009, for loss of steering. The one launched after it was R/2009/143 on 11 Jan 2010, for seat may detach. You can also see every Nissan recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2009/135, launched 14 December 2009. 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.