Recall 08V-521: 2008 Infiniti EX35, 2007–2008 Infiniti G35 and 6 more
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Oct 7, 2008, covering about 204,361 vehicles.
The problem
Nissan is recalling 204,361 my 2007-2008 altima, altima hybrid, 350z, 350z roadster, my 2008 altima coupe, rogue, my 2009 murano, and infiniti my 2007-2008 g35 sedan, my 2008 g37 coupe and ex35 passenger vehicles equipped with continental automotive systems' occupant classification system (Ocs) control units. A varistor in the OCS control unit located in the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured out of specification. Under certain conditions, this could cause an interruption of signal between the OCS and the air bag control unit (Acu).
The risk
This could result in the passenger air bag being suppressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will test the signal between the OCS and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed. If necessary, the seat cushion (Containing OCS hardware) will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification. The recall began on november 4, 2008. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Software Air Bags |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V521000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Infiniti EX35 | 2008 | All years |
| Infiniti G35 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Infiniti G37 | 2008 | All years |
| Nissan 350Z | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Nissan Altima | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Nissan Altima Hybrid | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Nissan Murano | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Nissan Rogue | 2008 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-521?
Nissan is recalling 204,361 my 2007-2008 altima, altima hybrid, 350z, 350z roadster, my 2008 altima coupe, rogue, my 2009 murano, and infiniti my 2007-2008 g35 sedan, my 2008 g37 coupe and ex35 passenger vehicles equipped with continental automotive systems' occupant classification system (Ocs) control units. A varistor in the OCS control unit located in the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured out of specification. Under certain conditions, this could cause an interruption of signal between the OCS and the air bag control unit (Acu).
How is recall 08V-521 fixed?
Dealers will test the signal between the OCS and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed. If necessary, the seat cushion (Containing OCS hardware) will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification. The recall began on november 4, 2008. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.