The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·24V798000·Announced 2024-10-24

Nissan Z pedestrian sensor connectors may be reversed in the harness

Nissan is recalling certain 2023-2024 Z vehicles because right-side pedestrian detection sensor connectors may be reversed, preventing the pop-up engine hood from activating.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: Risk-of-harm defect that may prevent a pedestrian protection system activating, with no death or injury reported in the NHTSA record.

Plain-English summary

Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles under NHTSA campaign number 24V798000. The potential number of units affected is 4,036.

The connectors for the right-side pedestrian detection sensors may be reversed in the front bumper harness, which can prevent the pop-up engine hood from activating as intended. According to NHTSA, a pop-up engine hood that does not activate in a pedestrian crash can increase the risk of injury.

Dealers will replace the front bumper harness free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2024.

Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

The recalled product

Product
NISSAN Z
Brand
NISSAN
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Passenger vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
4,036

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 (1)

  • Z

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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