Component
STEERING:COLUMN
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
The steering column in your vehicle is the long rod that connects the steering wheel to the front wheels. In some 2008-2009 Infiniti and Nissan models, this column may be slightly misshapen, causing stress on the steering bearing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bearing fails, you could feel extra play in the steering wheel, or even lose control of the vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty steering shaft or column assembly, free of charge. You'll receive a notification, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2007, to April 16, 2008, and 2009 Nissan GT-R vehicles manufactured March 14, 2007, to April 25, 2008. The steering column outer tube may not be round, resulting in extra stress being applied to the upper steering bearing. This stress may cause the bearing retainer to fracture, creating extra play in the steering wheel or a possible loss of steering.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Extra play in the steering wheel or a loss of steering may increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan GT-R vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Infiniti owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan owners may contact the GT-R hotline at 1-866-668-1487.
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