Component
AIR BAGS
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
The air bag in your front passenger seat is crucial for protecting you or a passenger in case of a crash. Unfortunately, in some 2014-2017 Sentra and 2015-2017 LEAF models, the air bag might not work properly due to a mistake during its manufacturing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't deploy correctly in a crash, you or your passenger could be more likely to get hurt. This is a serious safety issue, and we want you to be aware of it.
Free Fix
Your Nissan dealer will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a new, reliable one at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 LEAF and 2014, 2016 and 2017 Sentra vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error within the air bag inflators, the passenger frontal air bag may not properly deploy in the event of a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury to passengers.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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