Nissan Versa recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 26, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Nissan North America, Inc. recalls 2017 Nissan Versa, Versa Note

Recall number

17V275000

Brand / firm

Nissan

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 509 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, if the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Versa, and Versa Note vehicles. The ring plate that secures the air bag cushion to the passenger frontal air bag assembly may fail, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.

What to do

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.