Nissan · Canada · Crit
Nissan Altima Hybrid, 350Z Roadster +5 more: Other
Affects Nissan Altima Hybrid, 350Z Roadster, 350Z, Altima, Altima Coupe, Rogue, Murano · 2007–2009 — about 13K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, a varistor in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) control unit located in the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured incorrectly. Under certain conditions, this could cause an interruption of signal between the OCS and the Airbag control unit (ACU). This could result in the passenger airbag being suppressed. The (red) supplemental airbag warning light would flash & the (amber) front passenger airbag status light would illuminate to alert the vehicle operator, however in case of a crash a suppressed airbag could result in personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will test the signal between the OCS & ACU and if necessary will replace the seat cushion containing OCS hardware.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.