Key takeaways:
- Nissan is recalling more than 809,000 small SUVs in the U.S. and Canada due to a key issue that can cause the ignition to shut off while they’re being driven.
- The issue is with the jackknife-style keys, in which the metal blade of the key flips out from within a plastic key fob.
- Nissan is notifying owners and dealers will replace the keys free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 7, 2021.
Nissan is recalling more than 809,000 small SUVs in the U.S. and Canada due to a key issue that can cause the ignition to shut off while they’re being driven. The recall covers model year 2016 through 2020 Nissan Rogue and 2017 through 2022 Rogue Sports.
The issue is with the jackknife-style keys, in which the metal blade of the key flips out from within a plastic key fob. An internal joint in the key can weaken over time, allowing the key to accidentally fold while in use. If this happens while the key is in the ignition, then the vehicle can be accidentally turned off if the key is touched or bumped.
If driven with the key partially folded, a driver could touch the fob, inadvertently turning off the engine. This can cause a loss of engine power and power brakes, and the airbags might not inflate in a crash.
Nissan is notifying owners and dealers will replace the keys free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 7, 2021. Owners can contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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