Recall 20V008 covers 307,962 2001-2011 INFINITI and Nissan vehicles with passenger air bag inflators that can explode. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI is recalling 307,962 2001-2011 vehicles, including the I30, I35, FX35, M35, M45, QX4, Maxima, Pathfinder, Sentra, and Versa, because certain passenger air bag inflators installed as Takata interim remedy parts can explode after long exposure to heat and humidity. An inflator explosion can send sharp metal fragments into occupants, causing serious injury or death; INFINITI dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger air bag inflator is the metal canister inside the passenger air bag module. In a crash, it produces gas that fills the air bag fast enough to help protect the passenger. The inflator has to open in a controlled way and keep its metal housing intact during deployment.
On these 2001-2011 vehicles, the recalled parts are non-desiccated Takata front passenger inflators that used PSAN propellant as interim remedy parts in earlier Takata recalls. Non-desiccated means the inflator lacks a drying agent. After long exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature cycling, the propellant degrades. During air bag deployment, that degraded propellant can cause the inflator to rupture instead of deploying normally.
There is no warning sign before failure. The rupture can happen during front passenger air bag deployment without any preceding warning.
Who's affected?
Covers multiple sedan, SUV, and crossover lines from 2001-2011, all tied to the passenger-side front air bag inflator module.
| 2009 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2008 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2007 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI QX4 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2010 INFINITI M45 | front air bag |
| 2002 INFINITI I30 | front air bag |
| 2001 INFINITI I35 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2004 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2004 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2001 INFINITI I30 | front air bag |
| 2002 INFINITI I35 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI I35 | front air bag |
| 2004 INFINITI I35 | front air bag |
| 2002 INFINITI QX4 | front air bag |
| 2001 Nissan Maxima | front air bag |
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | front air bag |
| 2003 Nissan Maxima | front air bag |
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | front air bag |
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | front air bag |
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | front air bag |
| 2002 Nissan Sentra | front air bag |
| 2003 Nissan Sentra | front air bag |
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | front air bag |
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | front air bag |
| 2005 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2005 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI M35 | front air bag |
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 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 |
| Units affected | 307,962 |
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?
When the front passenger air bag deploys, a ruptured inflator can send sharp metal fragments into the cabin, striking the driver or passengers and causing serious injury or death. There is no warning sign before rupture. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the repair soon if included. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2001-2011 INFINITI model is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the free front passenger air bag inflator replacement that removes the non-desiccated Takata interim inflator.
- Bring the recall notice if INFINITI has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V008 when you call.
- Avoid delaying the repair; the unrepaired passenger air bag inflator can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin.
- Call INFINITI customer service at 888-737-9511 with questions about scheduling or dealer availability.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an INFINITI technician replaces the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you paid for a related front passenger air bag inflator repair before the recall notice, Nissan's owner notice includes reimbursement instructions for documented costs. Bring the paperwork to the service desk or contact INFINITI customer service.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 9, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 15, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| February 10, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 12, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V008?
Recall 20V008 covers 307,962 2001-2011 INFINITI vehicles with front passenger air bag inflators installed as interim Takata recall parts. The inflator can explode after propellant degradation, sending sharp metal fragments toward occupants and causing serious injury or death. INFINITI dealers will replace the inflator for free.
What should I do if my 2001-2011 INFINITI M45, QX4, I30, I35, FX35, FX45, Maxima, Pathfinder, Sentra, M35, or Versa is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 20V008. If it is, contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the front passenger air bag inflator replacement. Reference recall number 20V008 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 20V008 is a free front passenger air bag inflator replacement at a franchised INFINITI dealer. Parts and labor are covered.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an inflator explosion during air bag deployment. Sharp metal fragments can strike occupants and cause serious injury or death. If your VIN is included, schedule the free inflator replacement with a franchised INFINITI dealer.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall number 20V008 when you call a franchised INFINITI dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V008000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 888-737-9511 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V008 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V008000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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