Infiniti Q50 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 13, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Nissan North America, Inc. recalls 2014–2016 Infiniti Q50, Q50 Hybrid

Recall number

16V430000

Brand / firm

Infiniti

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 28,182 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle does not steer as the driver anticipates, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, to December 11, 2015, and Infiniti Q50 Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to December 17, 2015. The Direct Adaptive Steering system may experience an error at vehicle start up altering the vehicle's steering responsiveness and turning radius.

What to do

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.