The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Versa, and Versa Note vehicles. The ring plate that secures the air bag cushion to the passenger frontal air bag assembly may fail, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 17V-275 (17V275000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module |
| Report date | April 26, 2017 |
| Owners notified | June 12, 2017 |
| Vehicles affected | 509 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 17V-275 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service 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 509 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.