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2026 Nissan Leaf recall: traction battery

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 25, 2026. It covers about 51 vehicles.

vehicles affected
51
reported
Mar 25, 2026
owners notified
Aug 28, 2026
related complaints
3

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

What is wrong
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 LEAF vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage that can cause a short circuit within the battery module.
Risk
A short circuit in a high voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and should not charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery modules, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800‑647‑7261. Nissan's number for this recall is R25F1. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on March 27, 2026.

Recall number 26V188000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about electrical problems.

Questions about recall 26V188000

Is there a recall on the 2026 Nissan Leaf traction battery?

Yes. Recall 26V188000, reported on March 25, 2026, covers about 51 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V188000?

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and should not charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery modules, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800‑647‑7261. Nissan's number for this recall is R25F1. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on March 27, 2026.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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