Recall 16V349 covers 413,852 2003-2011 INFINITI vehicles for rupture-prone passenger air bag inflators. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI recall 16V349 covers 413,852 2003-2011 FX45, FX35, I35, M35, Versa, I30, and M45 vehicles with passenger frontal air bag inflators that can rupture after long-term exposure to humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture can send metal fragments into the cabin, risking serious injury or death, and INFINITI dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag inflator is the metal gas generator inside the passenger air bag module. In affected 2003-2011 INFINITI FX45, FX35, I35, M35, Versa, I30, and M45 vehicles, that inflator is supposed to fill the passenger air bag in a crash so the bag cushions the person in the seat.
These vehicles use certain Takata inflators without a drying agent inside the unit. Heat, humidity, and repeated temperature changes break down the ammonium nitrate propellant over time. When the air bag deploys, degraded propellant raises the chance that the inflator ruptures instead of opening in a controlled way.
There is no warning sign before failure. The air bag light does not tell you that the propellant has degraded, so the VIN decides whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
Spans 7 models across 2003-2011, all tied to the front passenger air bag inflator module.
| 2004 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2004 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI I35 | front air bag |
| 2004 INFINITI I35 | front air bag |
| 2005 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2005 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI M35 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2007 Nissan Versa | front air bag |
| 2007 INFINITI M35 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI M35 | front air bag |
| 2008 Nissan Versa | front air bag |
| 2009 INFINITI M35 | front air bag |
| 2007 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2007 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2009 Nissan Versa | front air bag |
| 2010 INFINITI M35 | front air bag |
| 2010 Nissan Versa | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI I30 | front air bag |
| 2004 INFINITI I30 | front air bag |
| 2011 Nissan Versa | front air bag |
| 2010 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2007 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2009 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 413,852 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An air bag inflator rupture can send metal fragments into the cabin, striking occupants and causing serious injury or death. Do not wait for a symptom before scheduling service, since no warning sign is listed for this failure. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2011 INFINITI FX45, FX35, I35, M35, Versa, I30, or M45 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the free passenger-front-air-bag inflator replacement.
- Bring the recall notice if INFINITI mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V349 when you call.
- Avoid using the front passenger seat until the inflator replacement is complete.
- Call INFINITI customer service at 1-800-647-7261 with questions about the repair or dealer scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an INFINITI technician replaces the passenger frontal air bag inflator covered by recall 16V349. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. This repair removes the affected Takata inflator from the passenger air bag module. If you paid out of pocket for this inflator repair before the recall notice, the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring repair paperwork and payment records to the service desk, or contact customer service for the claim path.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 24, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 7, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| July 22, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 19, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V349?
Recall 16V349 covers 413,852 2003-2011 INFINITI FX45, FX35, I35, M35, Versa, I30, and M45 vehicles with passenger frontal air bag inflators that can rupture after long-term humidity and temperature exposure. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator for free.
What should I do if my 2003-2011 INFINITI FX45, FX35, I35, M35, Versa, I30, or M45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V349. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the passenger frontal air bag inflator replacement. Reference recall number 16V349 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and the remedy for recall 16V349 is a free passenger frontal air bag inflator replacement at a franchised INFINITI dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V349?
The safety risk is serious injury or death from an inflator rupture. If the passenger frontal air bag inflator ruptures, metal fragments can strike people inside the vehicle. The repair path is clear: confirm your VIN, then have the dealer replace the inflator for free.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received an owner letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then call a franchised INFINITI dealer with recall number 16V349.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V349000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V349 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V349000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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