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2016 Nissan LEAF Recall

Nissan LEAF Recall service at Courtesy Nissan of Tampa in Tampa, FL

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Recall Summary

3 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Air Bag

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 16V244000 · 3,177,645 vehicles affected

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify

Consequence

If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Air Bag2

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

NHTSA campaign 16V244000 · 3,177,645 vehicles affected

Defect

Consequence

If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Wiring Harness1

FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 16V436000 · 4,355 vehicles affected

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 LEAF vehicles manufactured February 24, 2016, to March 23, 2016, and Sentra vehicles manufactured February 9, 2016, to March 4, 2016. The wiring harness connector may disconnect from the dual-stage passenger air bag.

Consequence

If the wiring harness disconnects, the passenger air bag may not to deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness connector for proper engagement and, if necessary, replace the passenger air bag module and main body harness, free of charge. The recall began on August 9, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2016 Nissan LEAF?

NHTSA has issued three recalls for the 2016 Nissan LEAF: two affecting the Air Bag component and one affecting the Wiring Harness component.
The Air Bag recalls involve passenger air bag classification and inflator concerns.
The Wiring Harness recall involves a connector that may disconnect from the dual-stage passenger air bag.

How do I check if my 2016 Nissan LEAF has an open recall?

You can check your 2016 Nissan LEAF by entering its VIN at NHTSA.gov or requesting a free VIN check at our service department.
Courtesy Nissan of Tampa can verify open manufacturer recall records and explain the applicable remedy.
To begin, schedule an appointment.

How much does a 2016 Nissan LEAF recall repair cost?

A 2016 Nissan LEAF recall repair costs the owner nothing when completed by an authorized dealer under the manufacturer recall remedy.
The dealer performs the specified inspection, replacement, or related repair at no charge.
Contact the service team to confirm the open campaign and arrange the work.

Can an independent shop fix a 2016 Nissan LEAF recall?

No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer recall remedy at no charge.
An authorized Nissan dealer has the manufacturer procedures, diagnostic equipment, and OEM parts needed for the campaign.
Courtesy Nissan of Tampa can handle the recall review and repair.

Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2016 Nissan LEAF?

Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can help clarify your vehicle’s condition before a trade-in.
Use our trade-in page to begin discussing your 2016 Nissan LEAF.
A recall remedy is completed at no charge by an authorized dealer.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Protect Passenger Safety

NHTSA identifies two Air Bag recalls and one Wiring Harness recall for the 2016 Nissan LEAF. The Air Bag campaigns address a passenger Occupant Classification System that may misclassify an occupant and an inflator that may not deploy the passenger frontal air bag properly. The Wiring Harness campaign addresses a connector that may disconnect from the dual-stage passenger air bag. In each situation, the air bag may not function as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Waiting can leave a safety issue unresolved, so arrange a VIN check promptly and discuss any open remedy with an authorized Nissan service team.

Authorized Nissan Expertise

Courtesy Nissan of Tampa provides recall assistance for drivers in Tampa, FL, and nearby communities including Carrollwood, Town ’n’ Country, West Tampa, and Temple Terrace. Factory-trained technicians use Nissan manufacturer diagnostic tools, OEM parts, and the repair instructions associated with each campaign. The specified recall remedy is performed at no charge to the owner when the campaign applies. From VIN verification through final repair, Courtesy Nissan of Tampa keeps the process clear and focused on restoring the vehicle’s intended safety performance. Visit the service department at 3800 W. Hillsborough Avenue for authorized Nissan support.

Start With a Free VIN Check

Begin by locating your LEAF’s VIN and contacting the service team at Courtesy Nissan of Tampa. We can check the manufacturer’s open recall records, explain whether a campaign applies, and identify the remedy. Bring the vehicle in for inspection or repair, and schedule service even if you are unsure whether a prior repair was completed. The VIN check is free, and an applicable manufacturer recall remedy is performed at no charge. Taking this simple step can resolve uncertainty and help ensure the passenger air bag and related systems receive the attention they need.