Recall Roundup: Nissan Recalls a Quarter Million Pathfinder SUVs, Sentra Sedans to Fix Air Bags

During the past week, Nissan North America recalled more than 260,000 Pathfinder SUVs and Sentra sedans from the 2004-2006 model years, while Ford Motor Company recalled some 2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles and Ford F-150 pickup trucks. The Nissan recall concerns the passenger-side front air bag, while the Ford recalls are due to headlights and steering shaft issues. Details for each recall are below, in alphabetical order by vehicle brand.

2015 Ford F-150

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling 8,963 model-year 2015 Ford F-150 trucks manufactured March 19, 2015, to March 30, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with a steering upper intermediate shaft that was improperly riveted. This shaft could separate from the intermediate shaft flex coupling, resulting in a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the intermediate shaft and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in May 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S17; owners may also refer to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) campaign number 15V279000.

2015 Lincoln MKZ