Infiniti Ex35 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 2, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Nissan North America, Inc. recalls 2008–2009 Infiniti, Nissan — 4 models

Recall number

15V054000

Brand / firm

Infiniti, Nissan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16,973 units

Why it was recalled

Extra play in the steering wheel or a loss of steering may increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2007, to April 16, 2008, and 2009 Nissan GT-R vehicles manufactured March 14, 2007, to April 25, 2008. The steering column outer tube may not be round, resulting in extra stress being applied to the upper steering bearing. This stress may cause the bearing retainer to fracture, creating extra play in the steering wheel or a possible loss of steering.

What to do

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan GT-R vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Infiniti owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan owners may contact the GT-R hotline at 1-866-668-1487.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.