The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21V402000·Announced 2021-05-27

2021 INFINITI QX50 Steering Knuckle Structural Defect - Multiple Models Affected

Nissan recalls 2021 INFINITI QX50 and other vehicles due to front steering knuckles and rear axle housings with insufficient strength from improper heat treatment, which could deform on impact and cause loss of steering control or wheel separation.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a structural vehicle defect affecting steering and suspension components, which meets the Score 4 (Severe) criteria. The potential consequences—loss of steering control and wheel separation—present serious safety risks, even though no injuries or deaths have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 INFINITI QX50, 2020 INFINITI QX60, 2021 INFINITI Q50, 2021 Nissan GT-R, and 2020 Nissan Murano vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing in these vehicles may have insufficient strength due to improper heat treatment during manufacturing.

The steering knuckle or rear axle housing could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb. If deformation occurs, it can result in loss of steering control or possible wheel separation. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.

To address this recall, dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing as necessary, free of charge. Owners should contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 (for Nissan vehicles) or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200 (for INFINITI vehicles) to schedule service. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 26, 2021. Consumers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for more information.

The recalled product

Product
INFINITI, NISSAN QX60, MURANO, Q50, GT-R
Brand
INFINITI
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
14,276

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (5)

  • QX60
  • MURANO
  • Q50
  • GT-R
  • QX50

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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