CarRecallWatch- Component
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012 Nissan Versa vehicles. Degradation of the side impact sensor connector pins may cause the curtain and seat-mounted air bags to deploy unexpectedly if the door is slammed.
- Risk
- If the curtain and seat-mounted air bags inadvertently deploy, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new jumper harness, and replace the side impact satellite sensors, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2017. 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.
What this recall means for you
Corroded connector pins in the side impact sensors can cause the curtain and seat-mounted side air bags to deploy by mistake, for example when a door is slammed shut.
An unintended air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury to occupants. If you own a 2012 Nissan Versa, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261 if you have questions. Nissan will notify owners, and the repair is free of charge.
At an authorized Nissan dealer, a technician will install a new jumper harness and replace the side impact satellite sensors at no cost to you.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Nissan Versa | 2012 |
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