Nissan recalling 211 LEAFs over missing welds
20 May 2014
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 LEAF vehicles manufactured 28 February 2014, through 12 March 2014. The front structural member assembly may be missing welds, which could reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle if the vehicle is involved in a crash. Up to 211 vehicles may be affected.
On 13 March 2014, during a routine quality inspection activity, Nissan identified a vehicle that did not contain the specified number of front member welds.
Nissan initiated an investigation of the issue, which included a yard inspection at the Smyrna, TN plant and a dealer inventory inspection to determine if more vehicles were affected. Separately, Nissan reviewed the effect of this issue on crash performance and compliance with the applicable regulations.
Based on the results of the plant and dealer inspections, Nissan determined that a small number of vehicles outside of its control may contain out-of- specification welds.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect to see if any of the welds are missing. Any vehicle missing welds will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by mid-June 2014.
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