NHTSA Recall 12V055000: Air bags: side/window
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 976 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Nissan Altima.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V055000 |
|---|---|
| Component | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW |
| Report received | February 14, 2012 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 altima and versa vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with side curtain air bags that contain an incorrect propellant mixture for the initiator component used, resulting in insufficient output of compressed gas.
Safety risk
The side curtain air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bag modules, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 12, 2012. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 615-725-1000.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V055000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.