Recall 16V911 affects 757 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, Rogue, and Maxima vehicles for an occupant-classification ECU defect. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 757 2013-2016 Altima, Rogue, and Maxima vehicles because the front passenger seat has the wrong Occupant Classification System electronic control unit. The seat system can misclassify the passenger, make the air bag deploy incorrectly in a crash, and increase injury risk; Nissan dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The Occupant Classification System in the front passenger seat on affected 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, Rogue, and Maxima vehicles tells the air bag system who is sitting there. Sensors in the seat work with an electronic control unit, or ECU, to classify the passenger so the front passenger air bag response matches the occupant.
On these vehicles, the wrong OCS ECU was paired with the seat assembly. Nissan traced the problem to a supplier material-handling error: a box was labeled wrong during part transfer, which let the wrong ECU reach the seat build process. With the wrong ECU and seat combination, the system can classify the front passenger incorrectly instead of reading that seat as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to feel a change in the seat, hear a noise, or see a mechanical symptom before the classification error occurs.
Who's affected?
Spans three Nissan nameplates across four model years, all tied to the occupant-classification air bag sensor.
| 2013 Nissan Altima | air bag system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Altima | air bag system |
| 2015 Nissan Altima | air bag system |
| 2015 Nissan Rogue | air bag system |
| 2016 Nissan Maxima | air bag system |
| 2016 Nissan Rogue | air bag system |
| Units affected | 757 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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?
If the occupant system misclassifies the front passenger, the air bag can deploy incorrectly in a crash and increase injury risk. Schedule the recall repair soon, especially if this vehicle carries front-seat passengers. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, Rogue, or Maxima is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free OCS ECU replacement and software update that corrects front passenger occupant classification.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V911 when you call.
- Limit front passenger use until the repair is complete, because the front passenger air bag can deploy incorrectly if the seat occupant is misclassified.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician replaces the Occupant Classification System ECU in the front passenger seat and updates the OCS software. The replacement parts, software update, and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the subject vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 19, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 20, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 20, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 13, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V911?
Recall 16V911 covers 757 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, Rogue, and Maxima vehicles with an incorrect Occupant Classification System ECU in the front passenger seat. The wrong ECU and seat combination can misclassify the passenger, leading to incorrect air bag deployment in a crash. Nissan dealers replace the ECU and update the software for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, Rogue, or Maxima is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V911. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the ECU replacement and OCS software update. Reference recall number 16V911 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Nissan to repair this defect at no cost. A franchised Nissan dealer will replace the incorrect Occupant Classification System ECU and update the OCS software free of charge, regardless of where you bought the vehicle.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is incorrect front passenger air bag deployment in a crash. If the Occupant Classification System misclassifies the front passenger, the air bag can deploy incorrectly, increasing injury risk. The free dealer repair replaces the ECU and updates the OCS software.
What if I bought this Nissan used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your Altima, Rogue, or Maxima is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall 16V911.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V911000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V911 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V911000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation 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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