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Nissan Z Recall 24V798: Hood May Not Pop Up in Pedestrian Crash

NHTSA campaign 24V798, reported October 24, 2024, 4,036 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A wiring problem in the front bumper can reverse the connectors for the right-side pedestrian detection sensors. When this happens, the pop-up engine hood may not activate as designed during a pedestrian crash.

A hood that does not pop up in a pedestrian collision can increase the risk of injury to the person struck. Owners should take this recall seriously even though the problem only matters in a specific type of crash.

Dealers will replace the front bumper harness at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2024. You can also call Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, referencing recall R24B6, and check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V798Nissan North America, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles. The connectors for the right-side pedestrian detection sensors may be reversed in the front bumper harness, which can prevent the pop-up engine hood from activating as intended.
Risk
A pop-up engine hood that does not activate in a pedestrian crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front bumper harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R24B6.
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 nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Nissan Z20232024