Frontal passenger air bag may not deploy properly
Defect Summary
Nissan north america inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2014 pathfinders manufactured from july 25, 2013, to september 5, 2013 with almond interiors only. The instrument panel tear seam on the passenger frontal air bag was incorrectly cut on the back side of the instrument panel which could cause the air bag to not deploy properly.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the improper air bag deployment may increase the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected instrument panel assemblies, free of charge. the recall began on november 18, 2013. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 13V456000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V456000?
NHTSA recall 13V456000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on September 26, 2013. It addresses: Frontal passenger air bag may not deploy properly. The recall affects approximately 2,310 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V456000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.