Recall 21V-139
Nissan North America, Inc. recalled the 2003 to 2008 Infiniti FX35 and 1 other model: Air bags (passenger side frontal, cushion); Air bags (frontal).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-139
- Reported
- March 4, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 26,158 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2003 INFINITI FX35, 2006-2008 FX35 and FX45 vehicles that previously received a replacement front passenger air bag assembly under recall number 20V-008. The air bag cushion was folded incorrectly, which could increase internal pressure and tear the air bag cushion during deployment.
The risk
A tear in the air bag may decrease air bag performance, and increase the risk of injury.
The fix
INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-[removed]. INFINITI's number for this recall is R20C2.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Infiniti FX35 2003 to 2008
- Infiniti FX45 2006 to 2008