NHTSA recall 21V-139 (21V139000)
air bags recall reported March 4, 2021 - about 26,158 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V139000
- Also written as
- 21V-139
- Manufacturer number
- R20C2
- Reported
- March 4, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~26,158
- Component
- air bags
What is being recalled
Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2003 INFINITI FX35, 2006-2008 FX35 and FX45 vehicles that previously received a replacement front passenger air bag assembly under recall number 20V-008. The air bag cushion was folded incorrectly, which could increase internal pressure and tear the air bag cushion during deployment.
Why it is dangerous
A tear in the air bag may decrease air bag performance, and increase the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's number for this recall is R20C2.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-139 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 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.