Recall 18V-551: 2017 Chevrolet Cheverolet SS, 2017–2018 Nissan Frontier and 5 more

Nissan North America, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 21, 2018, covering about 153,047 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-551
Report date
Aug 21, 2018
Vehicles affected
153,047
Owners notified
Oct 1, 2018

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.

The risk

If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

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.
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V551000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Cheverolet SS2017All years
Nissan Frontier2017, 2018All years
Nissan NV2017All years
Nissan NV200 Taxi2017All years
Nissan Sentra2017All years
Nissan Versa2017, 2018All years
Nissan Versa Note2017, 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 18V-551?

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.

How is recall 18V-551 fixed?

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

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.