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Infiniti M35 Hybrid Recall 16V527: Engine can shut off while driving, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 16V527, reported July 12, 2016, 1,140 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A system overheat condition in the hybrid propulsion system can cause the hybrid powertrain control module to shut off the engine while the vehicle is being driven.

If the engine shuts off while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and have the recall repair completed as soon as possible.

Nissan will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will reprogram the hybrid control module, automatic transmission control unit, and inverter software at no cost to you. To check whether your vehicle is included, enter your VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup or contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V527Nissan North America, Inc.
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Infiniti M35 Hybrid vehicles manufactured March 23, 2010, to September 9, 2013. A system overheat condition may cause the hybrid powertrain control module to shut off the engine.
Risk
If the engine shuts off while driving, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the hybrid control module, automatic transmission control unit, and inverter software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Infiniti M35 Hybrid20122013