NHTSA recall 99V129000
Electrical System · Nissan North America, Inc.
May 20, 1999report date
17,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: One of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.
Why it matters: If the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.
The fix: Dealers will replace the alternator.
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All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Infiniti I30, 1997 Infiniti Q45, 1998 Infiniti Q45.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 99V129000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.