Recall 10V349 covers 21 2008 INFINITI QX56 and Armada vehicles for A-pillar trim that can block air-bag inflation. Repair is free at a franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI is recalling 21 2008 QX56 and Armada SUVs because an out-of-spec A-pillar finisher can interfere with proper side curtain air bag inflation near the upper B-pillar. Incorrect air bag inflation raises injury risk in a crash that requires deployment, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The side curtain air bag in the 2008 INFINITI QX56 and Armada is designed to inflate along the side window area during certain side impacts. It helps protect an occupant's head near the roof rail, the A-pillar at the windshield, and the B-pillar behind the front door. The surrounding pillar trim is supposed to leave the air bag a clear path.
In NHTSA campaign 10V349, the problem is an A-pillar finisher that is out of specification. That finisher is the interior trim piece that runs beside the windshield. If its shape or fit is wrong, it can get in the way as the side curtain air bag inflates near the upper part of the B-pillar. That interference means the air bag does not deploy the way the safety standard requires.
There is no warning sign before failure. The trim can look normal from inside the cabin, and the problem only shows up when the side curtain air bag has to inflate.
Who's affected?
Covers the QX56 and Armada from the same model year, with the side air bag listed for both.
| 2008 INFINITI QX56 | side air bag |
|---|---|
| 2008 Nissan Armada | side air bag |
| Units affected | 21 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect inflation of the side curtain air bag can leave an occupant with less protection in a crash that requires that air bag to deploy, which increases injury risk. If your VIN is included, arrange service and ask the dealer what driving guidance applies before your appointment. Repair will be free at any franchised INFINITI dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008 QX56 or Armada is included in this recall.
- Wait for INFINITI owner instructions if you have not received them, then contact a franchised INFINITI dealer about the free repair.
- Ask the dealer to replace both front pillar finishers, which keeps the A-pillar trim from interfering with side curtain air bag inflation.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 10V349 when you call.
- Call INFINITI customer service at 1-800-647-7261 with questions about dealer scheduling.
What happens at the repair
Because the current remedy status is not listed, confirm availability when scheduling service. The repair described for campaign 10V349 is for an INFINITI technician to replace both the right and left front pillar finishers, free of charge once the dealer repair is available. The recall began on August 16, 2010. The replacement addresses the out of specification trim near the side curtain air bag path.
Timeline
| July 22, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 16, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V349?
Recall 10V349 covers 21 2008 INFINITI QX56 and Armada vehicles with an A-pillar finisher that can interfere with side curtain air bag inflation near the upper B-pillar. INFINITI dealers will replace both front pillar finishers for free.
What should I do if my 2008 INFINITI QX56 or Armada is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 10V349. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule replacement of the right and left front pillar finishers. Reference recall number 10V349 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix this safety defect at no cost. For recall 10V349, the dealer replaces both right and left front pillar finishers free of charge at a franchised INFINITI dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced side curtain air bag protection in a crash that requires that air bag to deploy. The out-of-specification A-pillar finisher can interfere with correct inflation near the upper B-pillar, increasing injury risk for an occupant. The free repair replaces the finishers.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2008 QX56 or Armada is included, then contact a franchised INFINITI dealer and reference recall number 10V349.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V349000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V349 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V349000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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