recall information
Recall number
REC-001087
PRA number
2017/16412
Campaign number
PG7BS
Original published date
make and model information
Make
NISSAN
Model
INFINITI
Affected units
532
Identifying features
see attached VIN list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
The steering column has no electrical connection to ground other than the spiral cable.
What are the hazards?
If the spiral cable is damaged the airbag warning light will illuminate. If the driver ignores the warning light and continues to drive for extended periods, electrostatic charge may build up on the steering wheel. Under very limited circumstances this could be discharged through the electrical circuit of the driver’s airbag.
In an extreme case this discharge could be sufficient to trigger an unintended deployment of the driver airbag.
In an extreme case this discharge could be sufficient to trigger an unintended deployment of the driver airbag.
What should consumers do?
Owners of vehicles within the affected VIN range will be advised to contact their Infiniti Dealer to arrange for the installation of a slip ring to ensure the grounding of the steering column.
Supplier details
NISSAN MOTOR CO. (AUSTRALIA) PTY. LTD.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
