Infiniti QX60 Hybrid, JX35 +1 more: Structure — hinge and attachments

Affects Infiniti QX60 Hybrid, JX35, QX60 · 2013–2014 — about 171K vehicles.

The hazard

If the primary hood latch is released and the secondary latch fails during operation of the vehicle, it could cause the hood to open during vehicle operation impairing the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What to do

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the angle of the hood release mechanism to provide additional length to the release cable, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational