Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's ignition switch may not stay in the 'run' position if your key ring is heavy or if you hit a bump in the road, which can turn off the engine.
Risk if Unfixed
If your engine turns off unexpectedly, you may lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Nissan will check your ignition switch and replace it if necessary, completely free of charge. You'll receive a notification and can contact them at 1-800-867-7669 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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