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Nissan is hitting the brakes on nearly 444,000 of its vehicles in the U.S. because of a serious engine issue that could put drivers in a tough spot. This massive recall affects several popular models under both the Nissan and Infiniti brands, specifically the 2021–2024 Nissan Rogue, 2019–2020 Nissan Altima, 2019, 2022 Infiniti QX50, and the 2022 Infiniti QX55. All of these models come with either a 3-cylinder 1.5-litre or a 4-cylinder 2.0-litre turbocharged engine.
What could be the problem? A potential manufacturing defect in the engine bearings. These small but crucial components help keep the engine running smoothly. But in the affected vehicles, they might wear out faster than expected or fail. If that happens, it can lead to internal engine damage, and in the worst-case scenario, the engine could simply stop working while on the road. That’s not just inconvenient, it’s a safety risk.
Drivers may start to notice weird noises coming from the engine, jerky or rough driving, or warning lights popping up on the dashboard. All of these are red flags that the engine bearings might already be acting up. Nissan is urging drivers not to ignore these signs.
And it’s not just the U.S., the same issue has also sparked a recall of more than 37,800 vehicles in Canada.
What did Nissan say?
Nissan said this recall is part of its “commitment to customer safety,” and has assured owners that a fix is available. Starting August 22, 2025, affected customers will receive official letters telling them what to do next. The instructions will guide them to bring their vehicle to a Nissan or Infiniti dealership for a free check-up and repairs, if needed.
Now, what happens at the dealership will depend on the engine’s condition. If mechanics don’t find any metal debris inside the engine, they’ll replace the oil and oil pan gasket and update the engine’s software to help prevent future issues. But if debris is found, a sign of real damage, the car may need a complete engine replacement, which Nissan says it will cover fully.
So, if you own one of these models, this isn’t the kind of letter you want to ignore. Engine failure can happen without much warning, and catching it early could save you a major headache, or worse, an engine shutdown in the middle of traffic.
Better to get ahead of it than to get stranded later.