Recall 15V-287: 2003–2005 Infiniti FX35, 2003–2005 Infiniti FX45 and 6 more
Nissan North America, Inc. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on May 15, 2015, covering about 1,090,569 vehicles.
The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V287000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Infiniti FX35 | 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Infiniti FX45 | 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Infiniti I30 | 2001 | All years |
| Infiniti I35 | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Infiniti QX4 | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Nissan Maxima | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Nissan Pathfinder | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Nissan Sentra | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | 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 15V-287?
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
How is recall 15V-287 fixed?
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.
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.