Nissan Issues Recall for 440,000 Vehicles — Here Are the Impacted Models

Nissan Recalls 440,000+ Vehicles Over Engine Failure Risk: What Owners Need to Know

Nissan has issued a major safety recall affecting over 440,000 vehicles across four models due to potentially defective engine components that could lead to complete engine failure. The recall, officially designated as NHTSA campaign number 25V437, impacts certain 2019-2024 model year vehicles equipped with specific turbocharged engines.

Affected Vehicles and Models:
The recall encompasses:

• 348,554 2021-2024 Nissan Rogue SUVs
• 84,536 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50 luxury crossovers
• 5,685 2019-2020 Nissan Altima sedans
• 5,124 2022 Infiniti QX55 coupe SUVs

The Safety Concern:
According to Nissan’s NHTSA filing, the recalled vehicles contain either:

• 3-cylinder 1.5L VC-Turbo engines, or
• 4-cylinder 2.0L VC-Turbo engines

that may have manufacturing defects in the engine bearings. These defects could potentially cause:

1. Premature engine bearing wear
2. Complete engine failure
3. Sudden loss of power while driving
4. Increased crash risk

Repair Process:
Nissan has outlined a two-phase repair approach based on inspection findings:

1. Initial Inspection:
   • Dealers will examine the engine oil pan for metal debris
   • If debris is found: Complete engine repair or replacement
2. Preventative Maintenance:
   For 1.5L engines without debris:
   • Oil pan gasket replacement
   • Fresh engine oil
   • ECM reprogramming
   For 2.0L engines without debris:
   • Engine oil change

All repairs will be performed at no cost to vehicle owners.

Timeline and Contact Information:

• Dealer notification begins: July 15, 2024
• Owner notification begins: August 25, 2024

Affected owners should:

• Contact Nissan customer service: 800-647-7261
• Infiniti owners call: 1-800-662-6200
• Reference recall number 25V437 when calling
• Visit the NHTSA recalls website (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to check their VIN

What Owners Should Do Now:

1. Watch for warning signs:
   • Unusual engine noises
   • Reduced power
   • Warning lights
2. Continue driving with caution until inspected
3. Schedule service as soon as notified
4. Consider alternative transportation if experiencing symptoms

This recall represents Nissan’s latest quality control challenge following several other recent recalls. The company emphasizes that the repair process should take most dealerships less than one day to complete once parts become available.