Approximately 323,000 Nissan Pathfinder SUVs have been

recalled in the United States because the hoods

can suddenly fly open and obscure the driver's view

Recalls apply to models made between 2013 and 2016

U.S. safety regulators posted

documents in which the automaker noted that

dust and dirt can accumulate on the secondary hood latch

When the hood is closed, it can malfunction and stay unlatched

When the main latch is released accidentally or not

properly closed after engine service,

The Hood Might Fly Open

This problem is being addressed by Nissan

Nissan will begin sending out letters to owners on July 18

After the repair has been completed,

Owners Will Be Notified Again