Nissan Leaf recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 15, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Nissan North America, Inc. recalls 2016 Nissan Leaf, Sentra

Recall number

16V436000

Brand / firm

Nissan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,355 units

Why it was recalled

If the wiring harness disconnects, the passenger air bag may not to deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 LEAF vehicles manufactured February 24, 2016, to March 23, 2016, and Sentra vehicles manufactured February 9, 2016, to March 4, 2016. The wiring harness connector may disconnect from the dual-stage passenger air bag.

What to do

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness connector for proper engagement and, if necessary, replace the passenger air bag module and main body harness, free of charge. The recall began on August 9, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.