2017–2018 Nissan NV, Versa Note, NV200 Taxi and more and 2017 Chevrolet Cheverolet SS recall: Electrical system: ignition
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V551000
- Reported
- August 21, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Part
- Electrical system: ignition
- Vehicles affected
- About 153,047
What is wrong
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Safety risk
If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
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?
Chevrolet Cheverolet SS (2017); Nissan Frontier (2017, 2018); Nissan NV (2017); Nissan NV200 Taxi (2017); Nissan Sentra (2017); Nissan Versa (2017, 2018); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
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.