NHTSA recall 17V716000
Seats
Nissan Rogue
Reported Nov 14, 2017210 vehicles affectedNissan North America, Inc.Built Jul 12, 2016 – Jul 14, 2016
The defect
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The vehicles have front passenger seat frames that may be improperly welded. As such, these vehicles fail to meet performance requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints" and FMVSS 207, "Seating Systems."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the improperly welded seat back frames may increase the risk of injury.
The remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat back assembly, free of charge. The recall began January 08, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.