Nissan is recalling almost 689,000 Rogue SUVs from the 2014 to 2016 model years because a fire could start inside the vehicle. Other electrical issues may also occur, including nonworking power windows and seats, and/or a prematurely drained battery.
The problem is caused by a poorly insulated electrical connector located in the driver’s footwell—the area in a vehicle where the driver’s legs go. If water and salt collect in this area, it may be absorbed by adhesive tape on the connector, which could cause corrosion that may result in electrical failures or even a fire. Drivers may notice a power window or seat failure, an illuminated all-wheel-drive warning light, a burning odor, or smoke coming from underneath the dashboard on the driver’s side.
In documents provided to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, Nissan says that it is aware of four incidents in Canada and two in the U.S. that may be related to the recall but that there have been no crashes or injuries.
The automaker tells NHTSA that it hasn’t yet developed a fix for the issue but expects to have one in spring 2022.
Checking for recalls on your vehicle is easier than you think. Enter your vehicles VIN number at NHTSA recalls site or checktoprotect.org to see if your vehicle has a open recall.
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