Recall 17V-691: 2017–2018 Infiniti QX30

Nissan North America, Inc. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Nov 1, 2017, covering about 17,507 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-691
Report date
Nov 1, 2017
Vehicles affected
17,507
Owners notified
Mar 26, 2018

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling 2017-2018 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.

The risk

If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-622-6200, option 7.

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

ManufacturerNissan North America, Inc.
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V691000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Infiniti QX302017, 2018All 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 17V-691?

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling 2017-2018 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.

How is recall 17V-691 fixed?

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-622-6200, option 7.

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.