I know this alternator recall is old news,

I found the following info and VIN # range on Nissan's site. I hope this info is useful.

1997-1998 Maxima Alternator Replacement

Applies to 1997 Maxima, the following Vehicle Identification Number Ranges:
JN1CA21D*VT218136 - 222389;
JN1CA21D*VT847525 - 877868;
JN1CA21D*VM518869 - 540253.

Applies to 1998 Maxima, the following Vehicle Identification Number Ranges:
JN1CA21A*WT300201 - 405210;
JN1CA21D*WT500001 - 615203;
JN1CA21A*WM800002 - 806538;
JN1CA21D*WM900001 - 923624.

Please be aware that not all VINs within these ranges may be affected by this campaign.

The number of vehicles potentially affected is approximately 140,000.

Reason for Recall
On some 1997 and 1998 Nissan Maxima vehicles, there is a possibility that the alternator may contain a damaged diode. This could eventually result in an electrical short which may cause a fire in the alternator that could spread to the engine compartment.

 

I was the first person to tkae mine to Bankston Nissan Lewisville, Monday. They say they replaced it but who knows and that letter also says "not all VINS may be effected".

 

Excellent, this will take some of the guesswork out without having to deal with Nissan. Thanks.

 

So if my VIN falls out of these ranges then I do not need my alternator to be replaced? I have a 98 which falls just short of this range.. any ideaS? I havnt contacted or been contacted by nissan

 

They probably want contact you then, but it says that "not all" within the range listed are effected. So I guess they look at it and test it somehow.

 

this should be a sticky

 

Good choice of vehicles, Nicks98gle.

 

What if you had this replaced under your extended warranty and had to pay $50 for the deductible. Do you think Nissan would reimburse me for the $50 now that there's a recall out?

 

Thanks 87/97!

I see you also have good taste in vehicles!!

 

i've gone through 2 alternaters allready ..