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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1J4GX48S81C736539 · Checked Oct 5, 2026
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1J4GX48S81C•••••• 2003 Nissan TRIBUTE
10on this build
0on the model
0builds in total
5involved a crash
3injuries
Most reported Power Train 4 Vehicle Speed Control 1 Fuel System 1 Gasoline 1

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Power Train crash Apr 2004
2001 jeep grand cherokee was placed in "park" with engine on and left vacant while owner walked to nearby housing complex mailboxe. The vehicle slipped out of gear, into reverse, and struck the owner and the building before owner re-entered vehicle and regained control. The…
Vehicle Speed Control crash Aug 2002
Car was in park with engine running and vehicle suddenly started to back up and hit a metal fence. Please provide any further information
Fuel/propulsion System Apr 2015
Plastic fuel tank is located in rear of vehicle without adequate protection in the event of a rear end accident vehicle is not equipped with a trailer hitch. I an concerned for the safety of my family in the event of a rear end accident. Brought vehicle to chrysler dealer,…
Engine And Engine Cooling Jul 2010
The first incident occurred while I was driving 60mph on the interstate. The car began do lose acceleration. It jerked and finally began to respond to the gas pedal. The ses light came on also. It was repaired at the dealership where they said it was the oxygen sensors. This…
Unknown Or Other Jun 2010
Want to place my name on list for possible recall. Feel very nervous driving a truck that can catch on fire from rear impact. Pray everyday!
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1J4GX48S81C736539 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.