Nissan Recalls Over 500,000 Cars in the U.S. and Canada — Here’s Why
Automotive giant Nissan has issued a massive recall affecting more than 500,000 vehicles in the United States and Canada due to faulty sensors that could disable airbags during a crash, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The issue lies with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor in the passenger seat, which may incorrectly detect whether a seat is occupied — particularly problematic in case of an accident.
🚨 What Models Are Affected?
According to Nissan and NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) filings, the recall covers the following:
| Year | Models Affected |
|---|---|
| 2023–2025 | Nissan Altima |
| 2023–2024 | Nissan Sentra, Leaf, Kicks |
| 2024–2025 | Nissan Rogue, Pathfinder |
| 2024 | Infiniti QX50, QX55, Q50 |
Over 487,000 vehicles are being recalled in the U.S., and approximately 41,000 in Canada.
🛠️ What’s the Issue?
❗ Defective OCS sensor
❌ May fail to detect passenger presence, disabling airbag deployment
🧯 Increases injury risk during collisions
🏭 Manufactured by Keihin Corp, a Tier-1 component supplier
Nissan has confirmed no accidents or injuries reported so far but is acting out of “abundant caution.”
🔧 What Should Owners Do?
Nissan will notify affected owners starting July 10, 2025, and will offer:
✅ Free inspection & replacement of faulty sensors
🏢 Repairs at authorized Nissan and Infiniti dealerships
📞 Owners can also call 1-800-NISSAN1 for immediate assistance
🧠 Vizzve Financials Insight – Auto Risk Tracker FY25
According to Vizzve Financials’ Vehicle Safety Risk Filing, Nissan’s sensor recall has been flagged as a “Class B Compliance Threat” — with potential ripple effects on reputation, insurance claims, and investor sentiment.
📁 Filing Title:
“Sensor Risk Index – Auto Safety & Recall Tracker Q1 FY25 | Vizzve Financials”
📉 Nissan’s U.S. brand trust index dropped 4.2% post-announcement
🔍 Projected service cost: ~$58M across North America
🚘 Warranty liabilities estimated to rise by 8% YoY
💼 Infiniti models face higher luxury market reputation risk
“This isn’t about one faulty part—it’s about how sensor dependency is shaping new-gen recalls,” said Tanvi Rao, Auto Analyst at Vizzve.
❓ FAQ: Nissan Recall 2025
Q1: What’s the exact issue with the recalled cars?
The OCS sensor in the front passenger seat may malfunction, disabling the airbag even when someone is sitting there.
Q2: Are there any reported accidents?
No. Nissan says zero crashes or injuries have been reported so far.
Q3: Is this a free fix?
Yes. Nissan will repair or replace the sensor system free of charge at authorized centers.
Q4: How can I check if my car is affected?
Use your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on Nissan’s official recall lookup site or call 1-800-NISSAN1.
Q5: What does Vizzve Financials say?
Vizzve classifies this as a mid-level brand risk recall with long-term insurance impact if not resolved at scale quickly.
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Published on July 4, 2025 • By Benny
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