Nissan Magnite SUV Recalled Over Front Door Handle Sensor Issue in India

Nissan has recalled its sole model in India, the Magnite, due to a defective front-door handle sensor. The recall applies to the base XE and mid-spec XL variants of the Sub-4 metre SUV manufactured between November 2020 (before launch) and December 2023. The units that came off the production line in 2024 aren't affected by the most recent recall. Although the Japanese carmaker indicated that the problem would not impair passenger safety, it has not disclosed the potential risk with the front door handle sensor. It has also not revealed the exact number of affected units but promised to contact owners and replace the faulty component free of charge. 

Nissan Magnite: Key Highlights 

The 5-seater subcompact Nissan SUV is available in four core variants: XE, XL, XV, and XV Premium. It comes in five monotones and four dual-tone colour schemes: Blade Silver, Flare Garnet Red, Onyx Black, Sandstone Brown, and Storm White, Pearl White with Onyx Black, Flare Garnet Red with Onyx Black, Tourmaline Brown with Onyx Black, Vivid Blue with Storm White. 

The SUV is available with two different engine options: a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated (NA) with 71bhp and 96Nm and a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol with 99bhp and 160Nm. The turbo engine has a CVT option that lowers torque to 152Nm, and a 5-speed manual transmission as standard. The naturally aspirated petrol engine is now available with a 5-speed AMT.

In terms of features, the Magnite is equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch digital instrument panel, and auto air conditioning with rear vents. In the XV and XV Premium trims, the feature list also includes ambient lighting, JBL speakers, puddle lamps, and wireless phone charging. The SUV includes safety features like electronic stability control (ESC), a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), dual front airbags, a 360-degree camera, and a hill-start assist.

The Nissan Magnite subcompact SUV competes with several models in the segment such as the Hyundai Exter, the Kia Sonet, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, the Hyundai Venue, the Tata Nexon, and the Renault Kiger.