Possible passenger airbag non-deployment/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2017 infiniti qx30 vehicles manufactured august 11, 2016, to september 27, 2016. the affected vehicles have a passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
A passenger air bag that fails to deploy in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. the recall began on march 21, 2017. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 16V939000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V939000?
NHTSA recall 16V939000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on December 28, 2016. It addresses: Possible passenger airbag non-deployment/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 509 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 16V939000 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.