Date: 14.05.2010
Component: Suspension > Front > Control Arm > Lower Arm
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
Description:
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 titan, armada, qx56, frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles manufactured from november 19, 2009 through march 3, 2010. the lower control link assembly has two cylindrical collars forming the inboard attachment points to the chassis. due to an improper welding process some collars may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications.
Consequencs:
If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Notes:
Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on may 20, 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Date: 09.08.2010
Component: Seats
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
Description:
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 nissan armada vehicles manufactured from june 7, 2010 through june 11, 2010. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems." the second row center seat hinge assembly was manufactured out of specification. this may prevent the rear center seatback from fully locking in the in-use (upright) position.
Consequencs:
In the event of a crash, the second row center seat may not function properly increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Notes:
Dealers will inspect the second row center seat hinges/lock for proper function. if the seat does not lock as designed, the second row center seat hinge assembly will be replaced with a new one free of charge. the safety recall began on august 30, 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
