Nissan has recalled over 440,000 vehicles due to defects that could lead to engine failure.
The 25V437 recall includes the 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55. The vehicles have 3-cylinder 1.5 liter or 4-cylinder 2.0 liter variable compression turbo engines.
“The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure,” Nissan wrote in its announcement on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, adding that a failed engine can lead to a loss of motive power and increase the risk of a crash.
Here’s what to know about the vehicles and what Nissan is doing about the issue.
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Pictured is a 2024 Nissan Rogue.Most of recalled vehicles are 2021-2024 Nissan Rogues
Nissan said in its announcement that 443,899 vehicles have been recalled, including:
2021-2024 Nissan Rogue – 348,554 vehicles
2019-2022 Infiniti QX50 – 84,536 vehicles
2019-2020 Nissan Altima – 5,685 vehicles
2022 Infiniti QX55 – 5,124 vehicles
A 2019 Nissan Altima.How is Nissan fixing the issue?
The company said dealers will inspect the engine oil pan for metal debris and if needed, repair or replace the engine for free.
For vehicles with the 3-cylinder 1.5L VC-Turbo engines, if no debris is found during the inspection, dealers will replace the oil pan gasket, engine oil, and reprogram the engine control module.
For vehicles with the 4-cylinder 2.0L VC-Turbo engine, if no debris is found, dealers will replace the engine oil.
Who should I call if I have one of these vehicles?
Nissan plans to notify dealers starting on July 15 and drivers starting on Aug. 25.
Drivers can contact Nissan's customer service line at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service line at 1-800-662-6200. The NHTSA recall number is 25V437.
Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at [email protected].
(This story was updated to include video.)
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Nissan recalls over 440K vehicles over engine failure issues
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