The problem
Nissan is recalling 204,361 my 2007-2008 altima, altima hybrid, 350z, 350z roadster, my 2008 altima coupe, rogue, my 2009 murano, and Infiniti my 2007-2008 g35 sedan, my 2008 g37 coupe and ex35 passenger vehicles equipped with continental automotive systems' occupant classification system (ocs) control units. A varistor in the ocs control unit located in the passenger seat cushion May have been manufactured out of specification. Under certain conditions, this could cause an interruption of signal between the ocs and the air bag control unit (acu).
The risk
This could result in the passenger air bag being suppressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed. If necessary, the seat cushion (containing ocs hardware) will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification. The recall began on November 4, 2008. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 08V-521 (08V521000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Software |
| Report date | October 7, 2008 |
| Owners notified | November 4, 2008 |
| Vehicles affected | 204,361 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
- 2008 Infiniti EX35 electrical problems 6
- 2007 Infiniti G35 electrical problems 20
- 2008 Infiniti G35 electrical problems 10
- 2008 Infiniti G37 electrical problems 13
- 2007 Nissan 350Z electrical problems 1
- 2007 Nissan Altima electrical problems 37
- 2008 Nissan Altima electrical problems 90
- 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid electrical problems 6
- 2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid electrical problems 3
- 2007 Nissan Murano electrical problems 54
- 2009 Nissan Murano electrical problems 83
- 2008 Nissan Rogue electrical problems 45
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 08V-521 repair free?
Yes. Infiniti dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed. If necessary, the seat cushion (containing ocs hardware) will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 204,361 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.