| Issue ID | 217563 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 861369 |
| Manufacurer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | FRONTIER |
| Model Year | 2000 |
| File date | 03/04/00 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While driving with child in front seat due to lack of room in rear, had an on/off air bag switch. Child was able to release door lock & handle & door flew open. No child proof safe lock on front passenger's door. Nothing in owner's manual & dealership did mention child proof locks. *ak |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | OXFORD, MA |
| VIN pattern | FILL INXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 08/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | Y |
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