2021 Nissan Rogue Airbag Module Campaign P2A08

Why This Matters

Nissan has initiated Voluntary Service Campaign P2A08 for specific 2021 Nissan Rogue (T33) vehicles. This campaign aims to update the front passenger (RH) side seat belt retractor assembly and airbag module, and to reprogram the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit. Vehicles that received this update were tested by NHTSA in March 2021 and achieved an overall safety rating of 4 stars, including a 4-star rating for front passenger safety. It's important to note that this is a voluntary service campaign, not a safety recall, as all affected Rogue vehicles meet U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

What's Being Addressed

This campaign targets the front passenger side seat belt retractor assembly and the corresponding airbag module. The service involves replacing these components and then reprogramming the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit using the CONSULT-III plus diagnostic system. The affected vehicles are 2021 Nissan Rogue (T33) models built before January 28, 2021, specifically those with 'W' as the 11th character of their VIN.

Important Warnings for Owners

Nissan has provided several critical warnings and notices for technicians that owners should also be aware of, particularly regarding safety and potential damage during the repair process:

• "This is not a safety recall as all Rogue vehicles meet all U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards." This clarifies the nature of the campaign, though the service is still important for optimal safety performance.
• "This service will be performed at no charge to the customer for parts or labor." Owners will not incur any costs for this repair.
• "To prevent the risk of personal injury or damage to the vehicle, verify the ignition switch is OFF and a minimum of 3 minutes has elapsed since the negative battery terminal was disconnected, before proceeding..." This highlights the importance of proper safety procedures when working with the vehicle's electrical system.
• "To prevent damage to the ACC power supply, do not operate the vehicle, such as locking/unlocking or opening/closing the doors within the 3 minute waiting period." This ensures the vehicle's electrical systems are protected during battery disconnection.
• "To prevent damage to the interior trim pieces, always use a trim removal tool made from plastic." This is a reminder that specialized tools are used to avoid cosmetic damage during the extensive interior disassembly required.
• "The electric shift selector contains a strong magnet. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury: People with an electro-medical apparatus should keep the electric shift selector away from their body. Otherwise, it may cause the electro-medial apparatus to malfunction. Keep the electric shift selector away from magnetic objects such as magnetic cards and metal items. Never subject the electric shift selector to impact by dropping or hitting it, water splash or high humidity." This is a significant safety warning regarding the electric shift selector, which is removed during the airbag module replacement.
• "Carefully lift the steering column to unlatch it from the dash, and then pull it out slightly to rest it on the driver seat. Do not excessively pull on the steering column as the steering column shaft will over-extend and the shaft splines will disengage." This emphasizes the delicate nature of the steering column assembly.
• "To avoid damage to the AV control unit surface, cover the AV control unit with a clean shop cloth prior to removing instrument pad B." This prevents scratches or damage to the infotainment system components.
• "To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury: Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with an airbag module. Never insert any foreign objects into the airbag module. Never reuse airbag module mounting bolts or screws after removal, replace with new mounting bolts or screws. Replace the airbag module if it is dropped or sustains an impact. Always place an airbag module with the deploying direction facing upward. Always use new airbag module mounting bolts and screws." These are critical safety instructions for handling airbag modules.
• "To avoid damage to the instrument panel, 2 people are needed to remove the instrument panel from the vehicle." This indicates the instrument panel is large and requires careful handling.
• "Discard the airbag module mounting bolts, they will not be reused." This applies to both the driver knee airbag and passenger airbag modules, ensuring new hardware is always used for safety-critical components.
• "If the vehicle battery voltage drops below 12.0V or rises above 15.5V during reprogramming, the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit may be damaged." This highlights the importance of maintaining stable battery voltage during the reprogramming process.
• "If reprogramming does not complete and the 'X' symbol displays... Do not disconnect the VI or shut down C-III plus if reprogramming does not complete." This is crucial for preventing damage to the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit during a failed reprogramming attempt.

Repair Procedure Summary

The service procedure for the 2021 Nissan Rogue airbag module and seat belt retractor involves several detailed steps, starting with the replacement of the front passenger seat belt retractor assembly, followed by the front passenger airbag module, and concluding with diagnostic checks and reprogramming of the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit. This is a comprehensive process that requires significant disassembly and reassembly of interior components.

Front Passenger Seat Belt Retractor Assembly Replacement

1. Preparation: The process begins by opening the passenger side doors and sliding the front passenger seat forward. The negative battery terminal is disconnected, and technicians must wait at least 3 minutes for the airbag diagnosis unit to discharge.
2. Trim Removal: Various interior trim pieces are carefully removed using plastic trim tools to prevent damage. This includes the passenger side front and rear kicking plates, seat belt cover, body side welts, and center pillar lower garnish.
3. Component Disconnection: The lap belt pre-tensioner and seat belt retractor wire harness connectors are disconnected. Special care is taken to lift locks and use taped screwdrivers to avoid damage.
4. Component Removal: The lap belt pre-tensioner mounting bolt and assembly are removed. The seat belt retractor mounting bolt is removed, followed by the shoulder belt adjuster cover and shoulder belt anchor mounting bolt. Finally, the seat belt retractor assembly is removed from the vehicle.
5. Installation: The new seat belt retractor assembly and associated components are installed in the reverse order. Specific torque values are applied to the mounting bolts:
   • Shoulder belt anchor mounting bolt: 49 N•m (36 ft-lb)
   • Seat belt retractor mounting bolt: 49 N•m (36 ft-lb)
   • Lap belt pre-tensioner mounting bolt: 49 N•m (36 ft-lb)
6. Verification: After installation, all seat belt retractor wire harness connector locks are verified to be fully seated, and the seat belt retractor operation is checked.

Front Passenger Airbag Module Replacement

This is a more extensive procedure, requiring significant dashboard disassembly to access the Nissan Rogue airbag module.

1. Initial Preparation: Both front seats are slid to the rearmost position. Similar to the retractor replacement, the negative battery terminal is disconnected, and a 3-minute waiting period is observed.
2. Console and Panel Disassembly: The center console finisher assembly, instrument side panels (LH and RH), cup holder, electric shift selector, and center console rear finisher are systematically removed. This involves disengaging numerous clips, pawls, screws, and bolts, and disconnecting various wire harnesses. Technicians are warned about the strong magnet in the electric shift selector and the need to keep it away from electro-medical apparatus and magnetic objects.
3. Instrument Panel Disassembly: The RH and LH body side welts are removed, and protective tape is applied to prevent damage. The RH and LH instrument masks, glove box, fuse block lid, LH instrument lower panel, and switch panel are all removed. The mood lamp and center instrument lower panel are also detached.
4. Steering Column and Cluster Access: The driver knee airbag module is removed, with a reminder to discard its mounting bolts. The steering wheel is lowered by unlocking the tilt/telescope adjustment lever, and the skirt portion of cluster lid A is removed. The steering column assembly upper mounting bolts are removed, and the steering column is carefully rested on the driver seat cushion to prevent damage to its shaft splines.
5. Further Interior Component Removal: The combination meter, LH ventilator grille and instrument pad A, instrument pad B, AV control unit, A/C switch assembly, Intelligent Key unit, and RH side ventilator grille assembly are all removed. Protective tape is used on the instrument panel.
6. A-Pillar and Speaker Removal: The RH and LH front pillar garnishes (A-pillar trims) are removed, which involves cutting and replacing anchor clips. The RH and LH speaker grilles and speakers are also removed.
7. Sensor and Trim Removal: The optical sensor and sunload sensor are disengaged and removed from the instrument panel. The instrument panel garnish (trim) is then removed.
8. Airbag Module Access: The meter speaker is removed. The passenger airbag module wire harness connectors and, if equipped, the GPS/Telematics antenna wire harness connector are disconnected. Finally, the passenger airbag module mounting bolts are removed, and the module is extracted from the instrument panel. Technicians are reminded to discard the old mounting bolts and use new ones.
9. Installation: The new passenger airbag module is installed, and all previously removed components are reinstalled in the reverse order of removal. Specific torque values are applied:
   • Passenger airbag module mounting bolts: 22.3 N•m (16 ft-lb)
   • Steering column upper mounting bolts: 16.7 N•m (12 ft-lb)
   • Driver knee airbag module mounting bolts: 8.0 N•m (71 in-lb)
   • Electric shift selector mounting bolts: 8.0 N•m (71 in-lb)
   • Negative battery cable terminal nut: 5.4 N•m (48 in-lb)

Check and Correct Any DTCs Set During Instrument Panel Removal

After reassembly, a crucial step is to check for and correct any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that may have been set during the extensive instrument panel removal and reinstallation process. This is done using the CONSULT-III plus diagnostic system:

1. Connect Diagnostic Tool: The Vehicle Interface (VI) is connected to the vehicle, and the CONSULT-III plus software is started on a PC.
2. System Diagnosis: Technicians select "Diagnosis (All Systems)" to perform a comprehensive scan for DTCs.
3. DTC Correction: If any DTCs are present, they must be corrected before proceeding to the reprogramming step. The system displays modules like ENGINE, ABS, METER/M&A, BCM, AIR BAG, TRANSMISSION, and MOTOR CONTROL, indicating whether DTCs are present in each.

Reprogram the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit

This final step ensures the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit is updated with the latest software.

1. Preparation: Before reprogramming, technicians must ensure the CONSULT PC is updated, all C-III plus software updates are installed, a battery maintainer is connected (maintaining voltage between 12.0V and 15.5V), all vehicle electrical loads are OFF, and all external Bluetooth® devices are turned OFF to prevent interference.
2. Reprogramming Process: The technician navigates to "Re/programming, Configuration" in CONSULT-III plus, confirms vehicle details (VIN), and initiates the reprogramming. The system will display the current and new part numbers for the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit.
3. Error Handling: If reprogramming does not complete, specific instructions are provided based on the error symbol displayed. If a "!?" symbol appears, technicians are advised to check battery voltage, ignition status, and electrical loads, then select "Retry." If an "X" symbol appears, indicating a more severe issue, technicians are instructed not to disconnect the VI or shut down CONSULT-III plus, and to restart the reprogramming procedure from the beginning after checking all conditions.
4. Erase DTCs: After successful reprogramming, all DTCs are erased from the vehicle's systems.
5. Confirmation: The reprogramming results are printed and attached to the repair order, and the diagnostic tool is disconnected.

Required Tools or Parts

To perform this service, technicians will use the CONSULT-III plus diagnostic system and specific parts:

• MODULE ASSY – AIR BAG, ASSIST: Part Number K8E15-6RC0A (Quantity 1)
• BELT ASSY – TONGUE PRETENSIONER FRONT RH: Part Number H6884-***** (Quantity 1 – last digits determined by VIN)
• CLIP (A-Pillar Trim Anchor Clips): Part Number 76988-6LB5A (Quantity 2)
• BOLT (Driver Knee Airbag Bolt): Part Number 01125-N6061 (Quantity 2)

Owner Action

If you own a 2021 Nissan Rogue (T33) that falls within the specified VIN range (11th character 'W', built before January 28, 2021), you should contact your authorized Nissan dealer. This is a voluntary service campaign, and the repair will be performed at no charge for parts and labor. Your dealer can check Service COMM or Dealer Business Systems (DBS) National Service History to confirm your vehicle's eligibility for Campaign P2A08.

FAQs

Q1: What is Campaign P2A08 for the 2021 Nissan Rogue? A1: Campaign P2A08 is a Nissan Voluntary Service Campaign to replace the front passenger side seat belt retractor assembly and airbag module, and to reprogram the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit in certain 2021 Nissan Rogue (T33) vehicles.

Q2: Is this a recall, and will I have to pay for the repair? A2: No, this is not a safety recall, as the vehicles meet U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. However, the service will be performed at no charge to the customer for parts and labor.

Q3: What components are replaced or updated in my Nissan Rogue airbag module system? A3: The front passenger side seat belt retractor assembly and the front passenger airbag module are replaced, and the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit is reprogrammed with updated software.

Q4: What should I do if a DTC is set during the repair process? A4: Technicians are instructed to check for and correct any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that may be set during the extensive instrument panel removal and reinstallation before proceeding with the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit reprogramming.

Q5: How can I confirm if my 2021 Nissan Rogue is affected by Campaign P2A08 (NTB22-063)? A5: You can confirm your vehicle's eligibility by contacting your authorized Nissan dealer, who can check the campaign status using your VIN through their internal systems.

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NHTSA ID: 10218651