Defect Description
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and 2007-2012 Versa Hatchback vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver frontal air bag inflator that may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to moderate absolute humidity, temperatures, and temperature cycling.
Safety Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the subject inflator with a new one manufactured by a different supplier, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NISSAN | VERSA |
| 2008 | NISSAN | VERSA |
| 2009 | NISSAN | VERSA |
| 2010 | NISSAN | VERSA |
| 2011 | NISSAN | VERSA |
| 2012 | NISSAN | VERSA |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.