Nissan to Recall Trucks, SUVs for Suspension Problems
Nissan Motor Company is planning to issue a recall of several models of its 2010 trucks and sport utility vehicles, according to a recent article from Missouri news outlet KMOV. The recall is due to a suspension part malfunction that results in rough, noisy travel and might cause an accident.
The recall, which is expected to begin in mid to late May, covers 48,700 trucks and SUVs produced in the United States. Vehicles expected to be covered by the recall include Nissan's 2010 model year Armada, Frontier, Titan, Pathfinder, Xterra, and Infinit QX56. Nissan is currently working out the details of the proposed recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
In many of these vehicles, the lower suspension control link may have been welded improperly. The improper weld may cause the bushing collar in the suspension to crack, resulting in excessive noise and a jolting, bumpy ride. No vehicle accidents in St. Louis or throughout the United States have been reported relating to the improperly welded link or to cracked bushing collars in Nissan vehicles.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issues vehicle recalls when a part of a vehicle is found not to meet NHTSA quality standards, or when a defect makes the vehicle dangerous to operate. Although federal law gives NHTSA the power to require recalls of defective or dangerous vehicles, manufacturers may also choose to issue a recall voluntarily if a vehicle does not meet the manufacturer's or NHTSA's standards.
The Missouri personal injury attorneys at Page Law monitor vehicle recalls, especially those that are linked to St. Louis auto accidents. If you believe that you've been injured by a defect in your vehicle, please do not hesitate to contact Page Law today at 314-322-8515. Our skilled Missouri accident attorneys will examine the circumstances of your accident and advise you accordingly. Call today for a free and confidential consultation.
