Urgent Vehicle Safety Recall: Passenger Airbag Sensor Defect in Nissan, Infiniti & Chevrolet Models

Affected Vehicle Models and Model Years

The following Nissan, Infiniti, and Chevrolet vehicles are included in this major safety recall:

The Critical Safety Defect Explained

The recall addresses a potentially life-threatening flaw in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) - the technology designed to detect whether the front passenger seat is occupied and by whom.

How the System Fails:

• The OCS may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child
• The system might register the seat as empty when it's actually occupied
• This faulty classification causes the frontal airbag to remain deactivated
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Resulting Danger:

In the event of a collision, the airbag may fail to deploy when needed, significantly increasing the risk of severe injury or fatality to front-seat passengers. NHTSA crash data shows proper airbag deployment reduces front-passenger fatality risk by 29% in frontal collisions.

Manufacturer-Approved Repair Solutions

Repair protocols vary by vehicle model but will be performed at no cost to owners:

For Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue and Sentra:

• Dealers will reprogram both the airbag control unit and OCS electronic control unit
• Software update typically takes under 1 hour

For Leaf, NV200, Pathfinder, Q50, JX35, QX60 and City Express:

• Complete replacement of the OCS electronic control unit
• Service typically requires 1.5-2 hours
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Contact Information and Next Steps

Affected owners should reach out to the appropriate manufacturer:

• Nissan owners: Call 800-867-7669
• Infiniti owners: Call 888-833-3216
• Chevrolet City Express owners: Call 800-222-1020
• NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline: Call 888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov

Finding an Authorized Service Center

Use MotorVero's dealer locator tool to quickly find your nearest certified repair facility. Our database includes:

• Real-time service appointment availability
• Customer ratings of dealership service departments
• Direct links to schedule recall repairs online
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Understanding the Technology Behind the Recall

Modern occupant classification systems use a sophisticated array of sensors:

System Components:

• Weight sensors in the seat cushion
• Position detection sensors
• Advanced algorithms interpreting sensor data

Why This Matters:

The system's decision directly impacts airbag deployment force or suppression. Proper calibration is essential for:

• Adult passengers: Full-force airbag deployment
• Children: Airbag suppression to prevent injury
• Empty seats: No unnecessary deployment

Legal Rights and Recall Responsibilities

Vehicle owners should understand their protections under federal safety regulations:

• All recall repairs must be performed free of charge
• Manufacturers must make parts available for at least 15 years
• Rental car reimbursement may be available in some cases

Additional Safety Recommendations

While awaiting recall repairs, consider these precautionary measures:

• Have all passengers use seatbelts properly at all times
• Consider having children ride in rear seats when possible
• Monitor for any airbag warning lights on your dashboard