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Q50 (V37) M30/Q70 (Y51) Propeller Shaft
On affected vehicles the propeller shaft does not meet Nissans' fatigue strength standards.
Replace the propeller shaft on affected vehicles.
Q50 (V37) M30/Q70 (Y51) Propeller Shaft
On affected vehicles the propeller shaft does not meet Nissans' fatigue strength standards.
Replace the propeller shaft on affected vehicles.
AN INCORRECT FATIGUE LIMIT WAS APPLIED TO THE PROPELLER SHAFT TUBE
On affected vehicles an incorrect fatigue limit has been applied to the prop shaft tube.
Change the prop shaft with a counter measure part.
AN INCORRECT FATIGUE LIMIT WAS APPLIED TO THE PROPELLER SHAFT TUBE
On affected vehicles an incorrect fatigue limit has been applied to the prop shaft tube.
Change the prop shaft with a counter measure part.
AN INCORRECT FATIGUE LIMIT WAS APPLIED TO THE PROPELLER SHAFT TUBE
On affected vehicles an incorrect fatigue limit has been applied to the prop shaft tube.
Change the prop shaft with a counter measure part.
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR MAY NOT BEHAVE AS INTENDED
The gear shift indicator may not display under specific driving conditions.
Upgrade the gear shift indicator software.
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR MAY NOT BEHAVE AS INTENDED
The gear shift indicator may not display under specific driving conditions.
Upgrade the gear shift indicator software.
DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY
The steering column has no electrical connection to ground other than the spiral cable. In the event that the spiral cable is damaged the airbag warning light will illuminate. If the customer ignores the warning light and continues to drive for extended periods electrostatic charge may be discharged through the electrical circuit of the drivers airbag. In an extreme case this discharge could be sufficient to trigger an unintended deployment of the driver airbag.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a slip ring to the steering column on all potentially affected vehicles.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION MAY AFFECT VEHICLE EMISSIONS
Incorrect software in the engine control module can lead to malfunctions of the automatic transmission that could affect vehicle emissions. There may be no communication of the defect to the driver (MIL) and the defect would not be visible to a scanning diagnostic tool during servicing. There is no known concern affecting the safety of the automatic transmission in relation to this campaign but vehicle emissions may not be to the manufacturers specification.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogram the Electronic Control Module with latest level software.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION MAY AFFECT VEHICLE EMISSIONS
Incorrect software in the engine control module can lead to malfunctions of the automatic transmission that could affect vehicle emissions. There may be no communication of the defect to the driver (MIL) and the defect would not be visible to a scanning diagnostic tool during servicing. There is no known concern affecting the safety of the automatic transmission in relation to this campaign but vehicle emissions may not be to the manufacturers specification.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogram the Electronic Control Module with latest level software.
DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY
The steering column has no electrical connection to ground other than the spiral cable. In the event that the spiral cable is damaged the airbag warning light will illuminate. If the customer ignores the warning light and continues to drive for extended periods electrostatic charge may be discharged through the electrical circuit of the drivers airbag. In an extreme case this discharge could be sufficient to trigger an unintended deployment of the driver airbag.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a slip ring to the steering column on all potentially affected vehicles.
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTARINT SYSTEM MAY NOT ACT AS INTENDED.
In certain circumstances the Airbag Control Unit (ACU) may not be correctly configured. This may cause the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) not to perform as intended in the event of an accident.
On affected vehicles reprogram with latest ACU software
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTARINT SYSTEM MAY NOT ACT AS INTENDED.
In certain circumstances the Airbag Control Unit (ACU) may not be correctly configured. This may cause the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) not to perform as intended in the event of an accident.
On affected vehicles reprogram with latest ACU software
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
It has been identified that due to a manufacturing error at the airbag manufacturer the chemical composition of the initiator (the compound that triggers the airbag deployment) of a limited number of passenger airbag inflators may not be to specification. Therefore it is possible that an affected airbag may not deploy in the event of an accident.
Recall all affected vehicles to have the affected airbags replace with a new quality assured component.
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
It has been identified that due to a manufacturing error at the airbag manufacturer the chemical composition of the initiator (the compound that triggers the airbag deployment) of a limited number of passenger airbag inflators may not be to specification. Therefore it is possible that an affected airbag may not deploy in the event of an accident.
Recall all affected vehicles to have the affected airbags replace with a new quality assured component.
REAR SEAT BELT MAY NOT SECURE THE PASSENGER
The rear seat buckle nuts may not be fully secure. In this condition the seat belt buckle may make a rattle noise. In an extreme case the nut may come off and the rear seat belts will not restrain the rear seat passengers.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where necessary torque the rear seat belt buckles nuts.
ANCHORAGE POINT MAY BE INCORRECTLY POSITIONED AND MAY NOT RESTRAIN THE PASSENGER
Some vehicles may have an incorrectly assembled front seat belt with the right hand seat belt fitted on the left hand side or vice versa. This could cause the seat belt upper anchorage to be used at an incorrect angle; making it difficult for the customer to apply the seatbelt or slowing the retraction speed when removing the belt. In an extreme case the front seat belt may not restrain the front seat passenger.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where necessary replace the front seat belts.
ANCHORAGE POINT MAY BE INCORRECTLY POSITIONED AND MAY NOT RESTRAIN THE PASSENGER
Some vehicles may have an incorrectly assembled front seat belt with the right hand seat belt fitted on the left hand side or vice versa. This could cause the seat belt upper anchorage to be used at an incorrect angle; making it difficult for the customer to apply the seatbelt or slowing the retraction speed when removing the belt. In an extreme case the front seat belt may not restrain the front seat passenger.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where necessary replace the front seat belts.
REAR SEAT BELT MAY NOT SECURE THE PASSENGER
The rear seat buckle nuts may not be fully secure. In this condition the seat belt buckle may make a rattle noise. In an extreme case the nut may come off and the rear seat belts will not restrain the rear seat passengers.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where necessary torque the rear seat belt buckles nuts.
ENGINE MAY STALL
If the water pump fails in the hybrid power train the MIL will illuminate. The Owner's Manual informs the driver to take the vehicle to a dealership or the transmission could be compromised. However the engine logic will stop the engine after approximately five minutes of driving. As this would be an unexpected event the driver and occupants could be left in a dangerous situation.
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogram the ECU to enable a limp-home mode which will allow the vehicle to get to a dealership under reduced power.
STEERING / DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED
Due to incorrect software in the Direct Adaptive Steering control unit the steering wheel may be off centre and driver's may interpret this as the steering pulling to one side. The turning circle may also be increased.
On affected vehicles reprogramme the Direct Adaptive Steering control unit
OIL MAY LEAK ENGINE MAY STALL
Due to insufficient sealing of the timing chain tensioner gasket the timing chain tensioner may loosen and an oil leak may occur from the engine. If t the vehicle continues to be driven engine oil could leak onto the road and the engine might stall due to low oil level. In an extreme case and in the presence of an ignition source there may be an increased risk of a fire.
On affected vehicles replace the timing chain tensioner gasket with new.
OIL MAY LEAK ENGINE MAY STALL
Due to insufficient sealing of the timing chain tensioner gasket the timing chain tensioner may loosen and an oil leak may occur from the engine. If t the vehicle continues to be driven engine oil could leak onto the road and the engine might stall due to low oil level. In an extreme case and in the presence of an ignition source there may be an increased risk of a fire.
On affected vehicles replace the timing chain tensioner gasket with new.
UNINTENDED ACCELERATION
It has been identified that under certain circumstances the throttle position sensor may send an error signal to the Engine Control Module (ECM). As a result the ECM may not operate as intended and the vehicle may accelerate gradually without the driver operating the throttle pedal. However this acceleration can be overridden by application of the brakes.
Recall all affected vehicles to install new software of the ECM.
VEHICLE MAY CUT OUT
It has been identified that due to a software error the traction motor inverter may incorrectly diagnose communication between the inverter and the transmission control module (TCM). This can cause the inverter system to suddenly shut down. If the vehicle is being driven in Electric Vehicle (EV i.e. engine off) the power to the electric motor may be cut resulting in the vehicle coming to a sudden stop.
Recall all affected vehicles to install new software for the traction motor inverter control module.
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