Recall 21V139 covers 26,158 INFINITI FX35 and FX45 vehicles with misfolded passenger air bags. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
INFINITI is recalling 26,158 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008 FX35 and FX45 vehicles that received a replacement front passenger air bag assembly under an earlier recall because the air bag cushion was folded incorrectly. A tear in the cushion during deployment can reduce air bag performance and increase injury risk; INFINITI dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger air bag module in the 2003, 2006, 2007, and 2008 INFINITI FX35 and FX45 sits in front of the passenger and inflates during a crash. Its cushion is folded inside the module so inflator gas opens the bag in a controlled path. On these vehicles, the problem applies only to SUVs that previously received a replacement passenger air bag assembly under recall 20V-008.
The replacement cushion was folded too narrowly after a supplier process change. That narrower fold restricted the path for inflator gas during deployment. Pressure inside the cushion rose higher than intended, leaving the cushion at risk of tearing as the air bag opens.
There is no warning sign before failure. The air bag light does not identify this folding problem, and the defect would show up only when the passenger air bag deploys.
Who's affected?
Spans the FX35 and FX45 across the 2003, 2006, 2007, and 2008 model years, with the front air bag listings tied to the same passenger air bag module.
| 2007 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2007 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2007 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2007 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2008 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2003 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI FX35 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| 2006 INFINITI FX45 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 26,158 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
A tear in the front passenger air bag can reduce air bag performance and increase the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon if it is. Repair is free at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003, 2006, 2007, or 2008 INFINITI FX35 or FX45 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised INFINITI dealer to schedule the free front passenger air bag module replacement that corrects the incorrectly folded air bag cushion.
- Bring the recall notice if INFINITI mailed one. If not, reference recall number 21V139 when you call.
- Avoid using the front passenger seat until the repair is complete.
- Call INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an INFINITI technician replaces the front passenger air bag module covered by recall 21V139. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. This repair addresses the incorrectly folded air bag cushion in vehicles that previously received a replacement front passenger air bag assembly. If you already paid for this related repair before the recall notice, INFINITI's owner notification includes reimbursement instructions. Bring repair documentation to the service desk and ask how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 4, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 5, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| March 5, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 18, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 19, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 17, 2021 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V139?
Recall 21V139 covers 26,158 2003, 2006, 2007, and 2008 INFINITI FX35 and FX45 vehicles that previously received a replacement front passenger air bag assembly under recall 20V-008. The air bag cushion was folded incorrectly and can tear during deployment. INFINITI dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module for free.
What should I do if my 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008 INFINITI FX35 or FX45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 21V139. If it is, call an INFINITI dealer and ask for recall R20C2, the front passenger air bag module replacement. You can also contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and INFINITI's remedy says dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised INFINITI dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced passenger air bag protection in a crash. If the incorrectly folded cushion tears during deployment, the air bag can perform worse than intended and increase the risk of injury. Confirm your VIN, then have an INFINITI dealer complete the free module replacement.
What if I bought my INFINITI FX35 or FX45 used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific FX35 or FX45 is included, then reference recall 21V139 and INFINITI recall number R20C2 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V139000 |
|---|---|
| INFINITI customer service | 1-800-662-6200 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V139 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V139000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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