Infiniti M45, QX4 +5 more: Air bags — inflator module

Affects Infiniti M45, QX4, I30, I35, FX35, FX45, M35 · 2001–2011 — about 308K vehicles.

The hazard

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

What to do

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.

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