Nissan has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2007 - 2008 Altima, Altima Hybrid, 350Z, 350Z Roadster, 2008 Altima Coupe, Rogue, 2009 Murano, 2007 - 2008 Infiniti G35 Sedan, 2008 G37 Coupe and EX35 passenger vehicles equipped with continental automotive systems occupant classification system (OCS) control units.  A varistor in the OCS control unit located in the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured out of specification.  Under certain conditions, this could cause an interuption of signal between the OCS and the air bag control unit (ACU).

This could result in the passenger air bag being suppressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of a crash.  Dealers will test the signal between the OCS and ACU systems using a specail tool to check that it is functioning as designed.  If necessary, the seat cushion (containing OCS hardware) will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification.  The recall is expected to begin on or about November 3rd 2008.  Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

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Hyundai has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2001-2002 Elantra.  They stated that movement of the side impact air bag wiring harness mounted under each front seat, possibly caused by contact from materials placed under the seat, may result in an electrical resistance that would cause supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light illumination.

This condition only relates to the driver and passenger seat mounted side impact air bags and may prevent seat mounted side impact air bag deployment during a crash where such deployment during a crash where such deployment should occur.  Non-deployment of the SRS air bags may increase the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger under certain crash conditions.

Dealers will install new side impact air bag wiring harness connector clips and revised side impact air bag wiring harness attachments under the drivers and front passengers seats.  The recall is expected to begin during the November 2008 and will be sent out in six mailings.  Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

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Honda has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2008-2009 Civic Sedans.  They stated that a bracket that covers the fuel hose connector is secured with a bolt and nut, but during assembly the nut was not installed.

In the event of a crash, the bracket may become loose which could result in damage to the fuel hose connector.  A damaged connector could lead to a fuel leak and increases the risk of a fire.  Dealers will install a number on the fuel feed hose bracket.  The recall is expected to begin during October 2008.  Owners may contact Honda at 1-800-999-1009.

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Chrysler has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2009 Sebring, Dodge Caliber, Avenger, Journey, Jeep Patriot, and Compass vehicles.  A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.

This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.  Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin during October 2008.  Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Nissan has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 2008 Nissan Rogue equipped with continental automotive’s occupant classification system (OCS) control units.  A varistor in the OCS control unit located in the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured out of specification.  Under certain conditions, this could cause an interuption of signal between the OCS and the air bag control unit (ACU).

This could result in the passenger air bag being supressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of a crash.  Dealers will test the signal between the OCS and ACU systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed.  If necessary, the seat cushion will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification.  The recall is expected to begin on or before November 3, 2008.  Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

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Subaru has announced that they will be recalling certain models of the 2007 through 2008 Subaru Legacy Sedans and Wagons, 2008 Impreza Sedans and Wagons, and 2009 Forester vehicles.  They stated that some vehicles may have the cylinder head side oil supply pipe and turbocharger side pipe improperly assembled.

Vibration would occur while driving and, over time, could eventually result in cracking the pipe which would allow oil to leak.  If leaking oil contacts components operating at high temperatures, an engine compartment fire could result.

Dealers will inspect for cracking or an oil leak at the oil supply pipe at the cylinder head side.  An additional bracket will be installed to increase rigidity of the pipe and the pipe assembly will be replaced with a modified part.  The recall is expected to begin during November 2008.  Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

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