Recalls for 1980 Nissan 310

DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Posted on: 1980-05-02
Description
The main shaft lock nut may come loose due to an improper fastening of the nut during assembly.  The looseness of the nut can prevent shifting from one gear to another or selection of neutral.  If the lock nut comes completely loose on the main shaft, greatly increased internal friction in the transmission could result.  In extreme cases, the transmission may become totally inoperable.  At low speeds, the vehicle could unexpectedly exhibit an effect similar to brake application.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Vehicles will be inspected and tested.  If necessary, the main shaft lock nut will be tightened properly at no cost to owner.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with four speed manualtransmissions.system: power train; main shaft lock nut.consequences of defect: a vehicle accident without prior warning can result.

DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Posted on: 1982-09-24
Description
On certain of the involved vehicles, the lamp bulb socket barrels are insufficiently pressed into the plastic outer sheels.  This causes an open or grounded circuit and a malfunction.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will replace any defective combination lamp harness assemblies without charge to owners.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting; tail and brake lamps.consequences of defect: the tail and brake lamps could fail to operate, makingan accident from the rear very likely.