Nissan has announced the recall of about 132,000 of its vehicles globally — including 80,000 in North America — because of an ignition key defect.
The affected vehicles are X-Trail and Muranos built between August 2004 and July 2006, as well as 10,000 Maximas sold in North America.
According to Nissan, the problem involves some of the ignition parts that are too long, so the cars sometimes don't start properly. Occasionally, the engines start even when the ignition is turned off and the driver moves the steering wheel, the automaker added.
The recalls applies only to models using Nissan's "intelligent keys" with integrated circuit chips inside, which allows drivers to open their car doors with their keys still inside their pockets by just pressing on the handle.
There have been no reports of injuries related to the defect. If you own one of these recalled vehicles; go get in touch with your dealer.
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The affected vehicles are X-Trail and Muranos built between August 2004 and July 2006, as well as 10,000 Maximas sold in North America.
According to Nissan, the problem involves some of the ignition parts that are too long, so the cars sometimes don't start properly. Occasionally, the engines start even when the ignition is turned off and the driver moves the steering wheel, the automaker added.
The recalls applies only to models using Nissan's "intelligent keys" with integrated circuit chips inside, which allows drivers to open their car doors with their keys still inside their pockets by just pressing on the handle.
There have been no reports of injuries related to the defect. If you own one of these recalled vehicles; go get in touch with your dealer.
Looking for quality Nissan auto parts? Just click over to your trusted online auto parts store.