USA - Nissan expands recall on faulty airbags.

Nissan Motor Corp. is expanding by 226,326 vehicles a recall of older models equipped with defective airbags made by Japan's Takata Corp., Nissan said in an amended filing posted Saturday by U.S. safety regulators.

At least nine automakers, including Nissan, have recalled more than 12 million vehicles worldwide over the past five years because airbag inflators supplied by Takata could rupture and send shrapnel into vehicle occupants.

In April 2013, Nissan told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that it would recall 438,302 cars, including the Maxima, Sentra, Pathfinder, FX, I35 and QX4 from model years 2001-2003.

The expanded recall now covers 664,628 of the same models.

Nissan said it would begin notifying owners about recall repairs on Aug. 11. Dealers will replace inflators at no charge

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Infiniti announces US pricing for QX60 and QX70

Infiniti today announced U.S. pricing on the 2014 Infiniti QX70 and QX60, which are on sale now at Infiniti dealers nationwide. Starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP)* for the QX70 (formerly known as the Infiniti FX) remain unchanged from the 2013 models, while prices for the QX60 (formerly known as the Infiniti JX) increase just $300 USD.

2014 Infiniti QX70
Infiniti’s iconic performance crossover embodies all things Infiniti – premium design and craftsmanship, relevant performance, innovative technology and unrivalled Japanese hospitality. That continues in the 2014 model year with a range of three well-equipped QX70 models that once again prove that luxury doesn’t have to be dull – in look, interior indulgences or the driving experience.

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP)* for the 2014 Infiniti QX70 are:

2014 Infiniti QX60
The popular Infiniti QX60 luxury crossover receives a new Hybrid powertrain later in the 2014 model year. It will be available in two models – QX60 Hybrid and QX60 Hybrid Premium in FWD and AWD configurations. Pricing for QX60 Hybrid models will be announced at a later date.

A number of other enhancements are offered for 2014 QX60 3.5-liter models, including splitting the previous Premium Package into Premium and Premium Plus Packages and the addition of power up-folding 3rd row seats to the Deluxe Touring Package. An auto-dimming inside mirror with HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is now standard on all models. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP)* for the 2014 Infiniti QX60 are:

For full information on the 2014 Infiniti QX70 and QX60, please go to InfinitiNews.com.