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Infiniti Q50 Recall 21V234: Engine may cut power and stall, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 21V234, reported April 4, 2021, 12,943 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The engine control module (ECM) software may wrongly reduce engine power and fuel supply after it detects rapid acceleration. Losing fuel can cause the engine to stall, which increases the risk of a crash.

If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will reprogram the ECM software at no cost to you. INFINITI will also notify owners directly. You can call INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200 with questions. To find out whether your vehicle has open recalls, check your VIN on the official recall lookup tools.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V234Nissan North America, Inc.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2021 INFINITI Q50 and Q60 vehicles. After detecting rapid acceleration, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may incorrectly reduce engine power and reduce fuel supply to the engine.
Risk
A lack of fuel may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's number for this recall is R20C5.
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 Q502021
Infiniti Q602021