Nissan last week announced the largest recall in world history, over 1 million vehicles. This impacts 481,736 vehicles in the US and Canada due to possible manufacturing defects on their “VC-Turbo” engines. The total recall covers 443,899 vehicles in the U.S. and 37,837 in Canada. These vehicles are equipped with either 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L VC-Turbo engines, which may have issues related to their bearings.
The automaker will issue notification letters to affected owners starting in late August. The letters will provide detailed guidance on how vehicle owners can proceed. Owners may be required to bring vehicles to a local Nissan dealer or INFINITI retailer where cars will be inspected and repaired, if needed.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a significant documentation regarding this recall. Specifically, it describes the manufacturing defects and explains the significant dangers associated with the subject engines.
A spokesperson for Nissan would not confirm the total number of vehicles affected in Canada when asked by The Canadian Press. They promised that all affected owners will be notified promptly with details regarding the recall remedy.
“Owners will receive notification letters with instructions to bring their vehicle to a Nissan dealer or INFINITI retailer for inspection and repair if necessary.” – Nissan
By addressing the cause of the recall, the new action plan gives vehicle owners clear steps to take in response to the recall. The NHTSA’s website will feature the full recall report, providing more information and specifics about the vehicles affected.
