Insufficient welds on air bag inflator
Defect Summary
Nissan north america (nissan) is recalling certain 2017 infiniti q50 and q50 hybrid vehicles. the driver's frontal air bag inflator may have been improperly welded.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator may crack and release the gas needed to properly deploy the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side air bag inflator, free of charge. the recall began october 30, 2017. owners may contact infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200, option 7.
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Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 17V571000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V571000?
NHTSA recall 17V571000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on September 15, 2017. It addresses: Insufficient welds on air bag inflator. The recall affects approximately 814 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 17V571000 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.