Recall 11V592 covers 14,718 2011-2012 INFINITI M, Pathfinder, Xterra, Nv, Fx, and Frontier vehicles for weak oil-filter bolts. Free repair at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI is recalling 14,718 2011-2012 M, Pathfinder, Xterra, Nv, Fx, and Frontier vehicles because an under-strength bolt at the engine oil filter attachment point can break and cause an oil leak. If oil pressure drops, the engine can seize and raise the risk of a crash; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The oil filter and engine oil cooler on the 2011-2012 INFINITI M, Pathfinder, Xterra, Nv, Fx, and Frontier vehicles are mounted to the engine with a retaining bolt. The oil filter removes debris from engine oil. The oil cooler helps control oil temperature while the engine is running. That bolt has to hold the filter and cooler firmly against the engine so oil stays sealed inside the system.
In affected vehicles, the bolt was made with strength below specification. Under normal engine load and vibration, the weak bolt can break at the oil filter attachment point. Once the bolt breaks, the seal at the filter assembly no longer holds as designed, and engine oil can leak from that area.
There is no warning sign before failure. After the bolt breaks, an owner notices oil under the vehicle, a burning-oil smell, or an oil-pressure warning light, but those signs mean the leak has already started.
Who's affected?
Spans six model lines from the 2011 and 2012 model years, all tied to the same engine and engine cooling component.
| 2012 INFINITI M | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2011 Nissan Xterra | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2012 Nissan Nv | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2011 INFINITI Fx | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2012 Nissan Frontier | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2012 Nissan Xterra | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 14,718 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
An engine oil leak can drop oil pressure and cause the engine to seize, increasing crash risk. If you see oil leaking, hear abnormal engine noise, or get an oil pressure warning, stop in a safe place and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised INFINITI dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 INFINITI M, Pathfinder, Xterra, Nv, Fx, or Frontier is included in this recall.
- Check your records for the owner letter Nissan began mailing on January 30, 2012.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI dealer and ask whether the free connector-bolt replacement is still open for recall number 11V592.
- Schedule the connector-bolt replacement that fixes the weak oil-filter attachment bolt and helps prevent an engine oil leak.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 11V592 when you call.
- Stop driving if you see an engine oil leak or an oil-pressure warning, and ask the dealer about towing.
What happens at the repair
The filing says the dealer repair is to replace the connector bolts that secure the engine oil cooler and engine oil filter to the engine. At the dealer, an INFINITI technician removes the affected bolts, installs replacement connector bolts, and checks the oil filter attachment area for related oil leakage. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the final repair is available.
Timeline
| December 19, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 30, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V592?
Recall 11V592 covers 14,718 2011-2012 INFINITI M, Pathfinder, Xterra, Nv, Fx, and Frontier vehicles with engine oil cooler and oil filter connector bolts made below the required strength. A broken bolt can cause an engine oil leak. Dealers will replace the connector bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 INFINITI M, Pathfinder, Xterra, Nv, Fx, or Frontier is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 11V592. If it is, contact a franchised dealer to schedule the connector bolt replacement. Reference recall number 11V592 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 11V592, dealers replace the engine oil cooler and oil filter connector bolts free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V592?
The safety risk is engine seizure after an oil leak. If a connector bolt breaks, engine oil pressure can drop and the engine can seize, increasing crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free connector bolt replacement if your vehicle is included.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2011-2012 INFINITI M, Pathfinder, Xterra, Nv, Fx, or Frontier is included, then give recall number 11V592 to the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V592000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V592 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V592000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →