NHTSA recall 18V-551 (18V551000)
electrical system recall reported August 21, 2018 - about 153,047 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V551000
- Also written as
- 18V-551
- Reported
- August 21, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~153,047
- Component
- electrical system
What is being recalled
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Why it is dangerous
If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-551 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.