The problem
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011 Infiniti fx, model year 2012 Infiniti m, model year 2011-2012 Nissan frontier, model year 2011-2012 Nissan xterra, model year 2011-2012 Nissan pathfinder, and model year 2012 Nissan nv vehicles. Some of the bolts that connect the engine oil cooler and the engine oil filter to the engine in these vehicles May have been manufactured to below specification strength. As a result, the bolt May break at the oil filter attachment point and can cause an engine oil leak.
The risk
If there is an engine oil leak, the engine oil pressure would drop and the engine could seize, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on January 30, 2012. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 11V-592 (11V592000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling |
| Report date | December 19, 2011 |
| Owners notified | January 30, 2012 |
| Vehicles affected | 14,718 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2012 Infiniti M
- 2012 Nissan Frontier
- 2012 Nissan NV
- 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
- 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
- 2011 Nissan Xterra
- 2012 Nissan Xterra
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 11V-592 repair free?
Yes. Infiniti dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on January 30, 2012. Owners May contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 14,718 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.