Seatbelt may not adequately protect head/fmvss 201
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2017 nissan titan crew cab and titan xd crew cab vehicles. in the event of a crash, the rear seatbelt assembly may not adequately protect the occupant's head, allowing it to contact the d-ring bolt trim cap. as such, these vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Safety Consequence
If the occupant's head contacts the d-ring bolt trim cap during a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbing material to the c-pillar finishers and replace the seatbelt bolt and bolt cap, free of charge. the recall began september 19, 2017. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 17V268000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V268000?
NHTSA recall 17V268000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 24, 2017. It addresses: Seatbelt may not adequately protect head/fmvss 201. The recall affects approximately 44,264 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V268000 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.