Recall 17V837 affects 111 2018 Nissan Versa Note vehicles for a side curtain air bag inflator component that detaches. Free repair at franchised Nissan dealers.
Nissan is recalling 111 2018 Versa Note vehicles because a side curtain air bag inflator component can detach during deployment and enter the cabin. That loose component can become a projectile inside the vehicle and increase the risk of injury; Nissan dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The side curtain air bag in the 2018 Nissan Versa Note sits along the roof rail above the side windows. In a side impact, its inflator sends gas into the curtain so the air bag drops between occupants and the glass area. That curtain is part of the system meant to protect occupants in side-impact and ejection-mitigation crashes.
On affected Versa Note vehicles, a component inside the side curtain air bag inflator can detach during air bag deployment. Nissan identified the problem as limited to a specific lot of Autoliv inflators used on this model. The recall remedy uses an inflator with a properly formed top hat diffuser, which is the part named in the repair description.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is inside the air bag inflator, so an owner would not see a dashboard light, hear a noise, or feel a change in normal driving before deployment.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Nissan Versa Note | side air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 111 |
Not every 2018 Nissan Versa Note hatchback is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a component detaches during side curtain air bag deployment, it can enter the passenger compartment as a projectile and increase the risk of injury. There is no warning sign listed before deployment, so confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Nissan Versa Note is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free side curtain air bag replacement that addresses the loose inflator component risk during deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan sent one. If not, reference recall number 17V837 when you call.
- Call Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261 with questions about scheduling or owner notices.
- Drive with extra care until the repair is complete; the risk applies during a side curtain air bag deployment.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician replaces the side curtain air bags covered by the recall. The replacement parts 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, since the affected Versa Note vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 22, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| December 22, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 8, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 13, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V837?
Recall 17V837 covers 111 2018 Nissan Versa Note vehicles with side curtain air bags that fail to meet federal side-impact and ejection-mitigation standards. During deployment, an inflator component can detach and enter the cabin. Nissan dealers will replace the side curtain air bags for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Nissan Versa Note is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Versa Note is included in recall 17V837. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule replacement of the side curtain air bags. Reference recall number 17V837000 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, and Nissan's remedy states that dealers will replace the side curtain air bags free of charge. You can also contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury inside the vehicle during a side curtain air bag deployment. Nissan says an inflator component can detach and become a projectile within the passenger compartment. The repair path is replacement of the side curtain air bags at a franchised Nissan dealer, free of charge.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V837000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V837 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V837000 |
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)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →