Air bag may not deploy due to software issue
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 altima vehicles manufactured january 3, 2013, to july 29, 2013, 2015-2016 rogue vehicles manufactured october 14, 2014, to august 12, 2016, and 2016 maxima vehicles manufactured june 4, 2015, to august 19, 2015. an incorrect occupant classification system (ocs) electronic control unit (ecu) may have been installed in the front passenger seat. the incorrect ecu and seat combination may misclassify the front passenger seat occupant.
Safety Consequence
If the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may deploy incorrectly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ecu and update the ocs software free of charge. the recall began february 13, 2017. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 16V911000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V911000?
NHTSA recall 16V911000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on December 19, 2016. It addresses: Air bag may not deploy due to software issue. The recall affects approximately 757 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 16V911000 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.