2015 Infiniti Q50 · Steering & vehicle control
Adaptive steering error may change response and turning radius
NHTSA campaign 16V430000 lists the 2015 Infiniti Q50 for a condition in which adaptive steering error may change response and turning radius.
What the reviewed source says
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NHTSA lists the 2015 Infiniti Q50 in safety campaign 16V430000. The official record says: The Direct Adaptive Steering system may experience an error at vehicle start up altering the vehicle's steering responsiveness and turning radius. The stated safety consequence is: If the vehicle does not steer as the driver anticipates, there is an increased the risk of a crash. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
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Symptoms in the pattern
- Steering response may feel different immediately after startup.
- The vehicle may require a different turning radius than expected.
Vehicles and scope
- 2015 Infiniti Q50
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 16V430000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 16V430000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Complete recall 16V430000
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
What owners reported
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Check the VIN and record what happened
Check the 17-character VIN with NHTSA or Infiniti. Save campaign 16V430000, any warning messages and a short description of when the symptom occurred for the service appointment.
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