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🧸 Product DE DK FI FR GR SE October 16, 2020

Nissan — NV300

Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles

Hazard: Oxidation can occur in the gas generator housing of the front passenger airbag module. As a result, the airbag’s protective function in the event of an accident may be reduced, increasing the risk of injury.

Origin
France

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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This alert was reported 2156 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
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What is this? Nissan is recalling some NV300 vans. A part inside the front passenger airbag may rust. This could make the airbag less safe in a crash.

What's happening? Nissan has found this problem in some vans. The airbag might not work right if there is an accident.

Does this affect me? This affects NV300 vans in Germany, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, and Sweden. Check if your van is one of these.

What should I do? Take your van to a Nissan dealer right away. They will fix the airbag for free. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need help finding a dealer.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: Oxidation can occur in the gas generator housing of the front passenger airbag module. As a result, the airbag’s protective function in the event of an accident may be reduced, increasing the risk of injury. · Origin: France

First published
October 16, 2020
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10002208

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What is this product recall alert about?
Nissan — NV300. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: Oxidation can occur in the gas generator housing of the front passenger airbag module. As a result, the airbag’s protective function in the event of an accident may be reduced, increasing the risk of...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on October 16, 2020 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Germany, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, and Sweden.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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