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2014–2017 Nissan Sentra, Leaf recall: Air bags

NHTSA campaign 17V-253 · April 13, 2017 · Nissan North America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
17V253000
Reported
April 13, 2017
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Part
Air bags
Vehicles affected
About 30,038

What is wrong

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 LEAF and 2014, 2016 and 2017 Sentra vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error within the air bag inflators, the passenger frontal air bag may not properly deploy in the event of a crash.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury to passengers.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Nissan Leaf (2015, 2016, 2017); Nissan Sentra (2014, 2016, 2017). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury to passengers.

What is the fix?

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.