Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your 2018 Nissan Versa Note's side and window air bags may have a faulty component that can detach during deployment.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the detached piece could become a projectile inside your car, potentially causing injury.
Free Fix
Nissan will replace the side curtain air bags for free, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018 Nissan Versa Note vehicles. During deployment of the side curtain air bag, a component of the air bag inflator may detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection," and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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