Nissan · United States · High
Nissan Leaf: Seat belts — retractor
Affects Nissan Leaf · 2026 — about 4K vehicles.
The hazard
An improperly secured child restraint system may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What to do
Dealers will replace the rear outboard seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated October 28, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is R26A7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 7, 2026.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational