Infiniti / Nissan / Zf recall: Power train
What is wrong
Zf service is recall certain clutch kit assemblies, part number sx: k70358-01, shipped to wholesalers as service parts between september 1, 2010, and march 8, 2011. These service parts are intended for use on model year 2003-2006 nissan 350z and infiniti g35 vehicles. The sx: k70358-01 clutch kit contains an oversized clutch disc.
What could happen
An oversized clutch disc could cause the vehicle to move unintentionally on the initial start-up, if the driver does not follow the installation instructions and fails to use the service brakes while the hand brake is not applied. Unintentional movement of the vehicle could result in a crash or possible injury to persons outside the vehicle.
The fix
Zf service notify wholesalers to return any affected clutch kit assemblies still in inventory for free replacement kits. This condition will correct itself after the first start-up and usage of the clutch kit. However, if an owner is not satisfied with its performance, zf services will reimburse the owner for the cost of the replacement clutch kit and a reasonable amount for its installation. The safety recall began on july 13, 2011. Owners may contact zf services at 1-800-321-0784 ext. 6748.
Vehicles covered
- Infiniti G35 2003–2004
- Nissan 350Z 2003–2006
- Zf Clutch Kit
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 11E024000
- Type
- Equipment
- Filed by
- Zf Sales & Service North America, LLC
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jun 24, 2011
- Owners notified
- Jul 13, 2011
- Vehicles or items affected
- 199
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Power train › Clutch assembly
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Infiniti recall: Seats Apr 27, 2010
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.