Nissan recalled more than 440,000 vehicles due to defects that could lead to engine failure.
The 25V437 recall includes the 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55. The vehicle has a 3-cylinder 1.5-liter or 4-cylinder 2.0-liter variable compression turbo engine.
“Engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure,” Nissan announced on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, adding that engine failure could lead to loss of motivational force and increase the risk of crashes.
Here’s what you need to know about the vehicle and what Nissan is doing about the issue:
Most of the vehicles that were recalled are 2021-2024 Nissan Rogues
Nissan said it has announced that 443,899 vehicles have been recalled, including:
- 2021-2024 Nissan Rogue – 348,554 units
- 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50 – 84,536 cars
- 2019-2020 Nissan Altima – 5,685 units
- 2022 Infiniti QX55 – 5,124 cars
How is Nissan fixing the issue?
The company said the dealer will inspect the engine oil pan for metal debris and repair or replace the engine for free if necessary.
For vehicles equipped with a three-cylinder 1.5L VC turbo engine, if debris is not found during inspection, the dealer will reprogram the oil pan gasket, engine oil and engine control module.
For vehicles equipped with a four-cylinder 2.0L VC turbo engine, if debris is not found, the dealer will change the engine oil.
If I have any of these vehicles, who should I call?
Nissan plans to notify dealers from July 15th and drivers from August 25th.
Drivers can contact Nissan’s Customer Service Line at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti’s Customer Service Line at 1-800-662-6200. The number of NHTSA recalls is 25V437.
Saleen Martin is a reporter for the USA Today Now team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – 757. Email her to sdmartin@usatoday.com.
