Tag: Dealership Solutions

Nissan PD103 & PMA34 Multi Model Driver Air Bag Inflator

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Campaign Summary:

Nissan is committed to the safety and security of our customers and their passengers. Nissan has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it is issuing a recall for specific Nissan vehicles. On affected vehicles, the driver air bag inflator may have been misassembled with gaskets missing, which could allow moisture to enter the inflator and build up over time.  Exposure of the inflator propellant to moisture over a significant period of time may have an adverse effect to the propellant and result in a change in pressure of the inflator, which may impact air bag deployment performance. If this occurs, the driver is at risk for injury.

Dealer’s will replace the front driver air bag assembly with a new one. 

Important Information for Dealers:

Vehicle Recall (Campaign IDs: PD103 & PMA34)

1. Identifying Affected Vehicles:

Before selling, leasing, trading, renting, or loaning any vehicle, dealerships must check if it’s affected by this recall using Service Comm or DBS National Service history.
Look for Open Campaign IDs: PD103 or PMA34.
2. Restriction on Affected Vehicles:
Do not sell, lease, trade, rent, or loan any vehicle identified as affected by this recall (Campaign IDs: PD103 & PMA34) until it’s been repaired.
3. Informing Customers about Affected Vehicles:
If a previously sold vehicle with these Campaign IDs comes to the dealership for service, inform the customer that a free repair is available and the necessary parts are on hand.

 

Dealer Responsibility:

It is the dealer’s responsibility to check Service Comm or DBS National Service History using the appropriate Campaign I.D. for the campaign status on each vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary recall campaign, which for any reason enters the service department.  This includes vehicles purchased from private parties and vehicles in new vehicle inventory.  If a VIN subject to this recall campaign was part of a dealer trade, the letter associated with that VIN should be forwarded to the appropriate dealer for service completion.  

Nissan Announces Multi-Recall Campaign with Free Oil Change and Filter Offer

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Starting March 4, 2024, Nissan is reaching out to owners of certain vehicles affected by multiple recalls with a special offer. These owners will be eligible for a complimentary Nissan synthetic oil change and filter replacement upon completion of the required recall service.

This campaign is divided into two phases:

  • Phase 1: This phase begins the week of March 4th, 2024, and runs through May 15th, 2024. During this phase, Nissan will contact affected owners via email and direct mail.
  • Phase 2: It begins the week of May 18th, 2024, and runs through July 15th, 2024. This phase targets owners who haven’t responded to the initial communication.

Who is eligible?

  • Owners of Nissan vehicles affected by the listed recalls (see below for details).
  • This offer excludes “Retained Owners,” typically those who have already received service for the recalls.

Affected vehicles and recalls:

  • Drop 1 (March 4th):
    • MY2008-2011 Nissan Titan, Armada, Pathfinder, Frontier, Xterra, and Quest (PC944/PC945/PC946 – Driver Airbag)
  • Drop 2 (March 11th):
    • MY2020-2022 Nissan Frontier and Titan (R22A1/R22A7 – Transmission)
    • MY2020-2023 Nissan Titan and Frontier (R22A9/R22B1 – Transmission Control Module)
    • MY2021 Nissan Versa and Kicks (PMA25/PMA26 – Steering Column)
    • MY2023 Nissan Pathfinder and Rogue (PC966 – Seat Rail Weld)
    • MY2020-2021 Nissan Titan/Titan XD and Versa (PM986 – Front Turn Signal Bulb)
    • MY2021-2022 Nissan Rogue (PC915 – Rear Seatbelt)

Important details:

  • To take advantage of the offer, customers must have the recall repair completed at a Nissan dealer.
  • The complimentary oil change and filter offer is valid through the specified dates for each phase.
  • Dealers will be reimbursed for completed services.

For more information and a complete list of affected vehicles, please visit the Nissan Maintenance Advantage website or contact Nissan customer service.

Nissan Battery Pre-Approval Update

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This bulletin updates the VCAT preapproval requirement for 12-volt battery replacements.

Changes:

  • VCAT preapproval is no longer required for all models.
  • It’s only needed for 2022-2024 Rogue, 2023-2024 Pathfinder, and 2023-2024 Ariya.

For Customer Repairs:

  • If a listed vehicle has a hard/no start issue, follow the steps:
    • Test with DSS-5000 or CPX-900.
    • If directed, charge the battery manually with DCA-8000 for 30 minutes.
    • Retest with DSS-5000 or CPX-900.
  • Missing VCAT preapproval will suspend the claim but not affect your first-time pay rate score.

For Dealer Inventory:

  • If a vehicle has a battery issue, charge it manually with DCA-8000 for 30 minutes.
  • Test with DSS-5000 or CPX-900 in Check In mode.
  • If the result is “Check with DCA-8000” or the battery fails to charge, create a VCAT case with test data.

Important Reminders:

  • Dealers must test and charge batteries at PDI and monthly while in inventory.
  • Nissan will monitor claims for proper process adherence and may reinstate VCAT preapproval for all models if abuse is detected.

Best Practices:

  • Charge batteries with DCA-8000 outside the vehicle due to off-gasing risks.
  • Connect handheld testers directly to battery posts for accurate testing.
  • Cradle testers nightly and plug-in DCA-8000.
  • Verify shop Wi-Fi connectivity and functionality without landing/splash pages.

See Bulletin WBI/24-003 for more information.

Ford Transport Claims Update:

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1. Pictures Required for OWS Submissions:

  • While the policy manual says pictures are not mandatory, recent returned claims highlight the importance of taking pictures at the time of submission. This helps ensure smooth payment processing.

2. DeGould Vehicle Inspection App:

  • Sign up for this app to avoid chargebacks! It helps gather information for Transport Claims and prevents future issues.

3. Let us help:

  • Providing WPI with your user information for the DeGould app allows them to assist you better with Transport Claims and further reduces chargebacks.

In short:

Take pictures for OWS submissions and use the DeGould app to avoid chargebacks on Transport Claims. Share your user information with WPI for better support.

Mopar Core Charge Recovery Bonus:

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If your dealership has been identified as being eligible for the core charge recovery bonus, don’t miss out on this opportunity. Mopar is offering a $500 one-time bonus for returning specific critical cores by the end of February. This is in addition to your regular core return recovery.

Eligible Cores:

  • U/R8453637 AA/AB
  • 68453637AA
  • U/R8599680AA
  • CSPM44A4AA

How to claim the bonus:

  1. Wait for Mopar to contact you about a critical core recovery on one of the eligible cores.
  2. Return the core(s) by the end of February.
  3. Mopar will issue you a billing adjustment of $500.

Return Process:

  • Regular Completed Repair:
    • Create a core return ticket in GCRS.
    • Select the “Traditional Core” return type in the AER Core Return Web Portal.
  • Advance Pull: (See Warranty Bulletin D23-24)
    • Create a core return ticket in GCRS.
    • Select the “Advance Pull” return type in the AER Core Return Web Portal.

Note: You can return U/R8453637AB and CSPM44A4A even before receiving the replacement part and still be eligible for the bonus.

Improve your Fixed Ops numbers in 2024 with the Original Experts in Warranty Administration

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As the automotive industry continues to evolve, competition amongst dealerships is becoming increasingly fierce. One area that can significantly impact a dealership’s bottom line is the Fixed Ops department. That’s where Warranty Processing, Inc. comes in.

With years of experience and expertise, WPI can help dealerships improve their Fixed Ops numbers in 2024 and beyond. WPI has the knowledge and tools needed to make a real difference, from streamlining warranty processes to optimizing service department workflows.

By partnering with us, dealerships can increase revenue and improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. So, if you want to stay ahead of the competition and thrive in today’s automotive landscape, look no further.

Get Charged Up at NADA Show 2024 with WPI (Booth 4563W)!

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Las Vegas, buckle up! The NADA Show, hosted by the National Automobile Dealers Association, roars into town this Friday, February 2nd through Sunday, February 4th. And WPI is revving up to showcase how we can supercharge your dealership.

Why join WPI at booth 4563W?

  • Charge up your network: Connect with industry pros like WPI and forge valuable partnerships to drive your business forward.
  • Test drive our solutions: Discover how WPI can help you streamline operations, boost efficiency, and electrify your warranty experience.

Ready to spark a powerful partnership?

Visit us at booth 4563W or schedule a meeting with our team: https://ow.ly/XbnP50PXp2n

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