Nissan North America – Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture

Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2002 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with Takata air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture.

Report Received Date 02/02/2017
NHTSA ID 17V068000
Consequence Summary An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March, 31, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 46
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V068000)

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