Recall 17V571 affects 814 2017 INFINITI Q50 Hybrid and Q50 vehicles for a driver-side air bag inflator defect. Repair is free at franchised INFINITI dealers.
INFINITI is recalling 814 2017 Q50 Hybrid and Q50 vehicles under recall 17V571 because the driver's frontal air bag inflator was improperly welded. In a crash that requires driver's air bag deployment, a cracked inflator can release deployment gas and increase the risk of injury; INFINITI dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver's frontal air bag inflator in the 2017 INFINITI Q50 Hybrid and Q50 is the metal canister inside the steering-wheel air bag module. During a crash that calls for the driver's air bag, the inflator produces gas that fills the air bag so it can cushion the driver.
On these vehicles, the affected inflator was built with an insufficient weld between the initiator collar and closure plate. That weld helps seal and hold the inflator together during deployment. Nissan traced the problem to poor cleaning and inspection of the weld jig, which let parts sit out of alignment before laser welding.
Because the weak weld is inside the air bag inflator, an owner cannot see it during normal use. There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is tied to Daicel driver air bag inflators produced during a specific time period.
Who's affected?
Covers the Q50 Hybrid and Q50, both tied to the driver-side front air bag inflator module.
| 2017 INFINITI Q50 Hybrid | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2017 INFINITI Q50 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 814 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2017 INFINITI Q50 Hybrid or Q50 does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash that deploys the driver's frontal air bag, a cracked inflator can release deployment gas and keep the air bag from deploying properly, increasing injury risk. Schedule the recall repair soon and use normal caution until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 INFINITI Q50 Hybrid or Q50 is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the free driver-side air bag inflator replacement for the improperly welded inflator.
- Bring the recall notice if INFINITI mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V571 when you call.
- Call INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200, option 7, with questions before your dealer visit.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and complete the free dealer replacement promptly.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an INFINITI technician replaces the driver side air bag inflator covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. Out of pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected Q50 and Q50 Hybrid vehicles were under warranty when the owner notices were prepared. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 15, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 15, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| September 15, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 30, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 30, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V571?
Recall 17V571 covers 814 2017 INFINITI Q50 and Q50 Hybrid vehicles with a driver side air bag inflator weld concern. In a crash that requires air bag deployment, the inflator can crack and release gas needed for proper deployment, increasing injury risk. INFINITI dealers replace the inflator for free.
What should I do if my 2017 INFINITI Q50 or Q50 Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V571. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the driver side air bag inflator replacement. Reference recall number 17V571 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. A franchised INFINITI dealer will replace the driver side air bag inflator free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash. If the driver side inflator cracks during deployment, it can release the gas needed to inflate the air bag correctly, increasing injury risk for the driver.
What if I bought my INFINITI Q50 used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2017 INFINITI Q50 or Q50 Hybrid is included, then call a franchised INFINITI dealer with recall number 17V571.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V571000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-662-6200 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V571 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V571000 |
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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