Driver frontal air bag inflator may rupture
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2007-2011 versa sedan and 2007-2012 versa hatchback vehicles. the affected vehicles have a driver frontal air bag inflator that may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to moderate absolute humidity, temperatures, and temperature cycling.
Safety Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the subject inflator with a new one manufactured by a different supplier, free of charge. the recall began on march 9, 2018. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 17V449000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V449000?
NHTSA recall 17V449000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on July 17, 2017. It addresses: Driver frontal air bag inflator may rupture. The recall affects approximately 515,394 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 17V449000 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.