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February 2, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V048000
Incorrect Information in Owner’s Manual/FMVSS 103
Reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V048
Manufacturer Nissan North America, Inc.
Components EQUIPMENT, VISIBILITY
Potential Number of Units Affected 64,732
Summary
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation are incorrect, and may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, “Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems.”
Remedy
Nissan will mail an addendum with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan’s customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan’s number for this recall is R22C5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Check if your Nissan has a Recall
Defrost Owner’s Manual Addendum
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign
Reference: R22C5/R23A1
Date: April 27, 2023
UPDATE April 27, 2023
Please discard earlier versions of this bulletin. |
The announcement from March 31, 2023 has been revised to include the following: |
R22C5 (2018-2023 LEAF)
Affected Models/Years: | Affected Population: | Dealer Inventory: | SERVICE COMM Activation date: | Stop Sale In Effect |
2018-2023 LEAF (ZE1) | 64,732 | 1,539 | February 3, 2023 |
YES |
R23A1 (2013-2017 LEAF)
Affected Models/Years: | Affected Population: | Dealer Inventory: | SERVICE COMM Activation date: | Stop Sale In Effect |
2013-2017 LEAF (ZE0) | 94,267 | NA | April 27, 2023 |
YES |
***** Campaign Summary *****
Nissan is committed to the safety and security of our customers and their passengers. Nissan previously notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the previously announced Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign (R22C5) for MY2018-2023 LEAF vehicles was being expanded to include certain MY2013-2023 LEAF vehicles to correct the instructions for defrost operation in very cold temperatures. After further discussions with NHTSA, Nissan is removing the MY2013-2017 LEAF vehicles from R22C5 and moving them to a new campaign R23A1.
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 23 F/-5 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output. This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
***** Release Schedule *****
Parts | No parts are required. The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. |
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Owner Notification | Nissan will notify the owners of potentially affected 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in April 2023, and potentially affected 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is this a recall?
Yes.
Is this a Stop Sale?
Yes.
What is the reason for the recall?
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 230 F/-50 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output.
What is the possible effect of the condition?
This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
What will be the corrective action for this voluntary recall campaign?
Nissan is providing affected owners with an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be
asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023.
When will vehicle owners be notified?
Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023.
Is my vehicle safe to drive?
When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Is there anything owners can do to mitigate this condition?
When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Will a rental vehicle be provided while the dealer is servicing the vehicle?
No. The remedy involves an addendum to the Owner’s Manual that the dealer or customer will attach to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. No rental will be needed.
Are parts readily available?
The remedy involves attaching an addendum to the Owner’s Manual. No parts are required.
Is there any charge for this service?
No. The remedy will be provided for the customer free of charge.
Will I have to take my vehicle back to the selling dealer to have the service performed?
No, if your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
I have lost confidence in the vehicle. Will Nissan replace or repurchase the vehicle?
The remedy will fully correct this condition. As the condition will be corrected, there is no basis for repurchasing or replacing your vehicle.
What model year vehicles are involved?
Certain specific model year 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured between November 19, 2012 to July 12, 2017, and 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured between September 29, 2017 to January 27, 2023.
Are you experiencing this condition on any other Nissan (or INFINITI) models?
No.
Description of the Noncompliance:
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 74° F/-70° C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output.
This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of 54.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
Basis for Determination of the Existence of a Noncompliance:
December 22, 2022 – Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster operation on a MY 2023 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the ·critical area· of the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time.
January 12, 2023 – Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data and analysis. Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up. January 26, 2023 – OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing.
February 1, 2023 – Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY 2013-2017 vehicles was continuing.
March 2023 – Nissan and the supplier conducted additional testing of MY 2013-2017 LEAF vehicles. Nissan was unable to recreate the subject condition in these models. However, supplier historical data cannot rule out the possibility that the subject condition may occur.
March 23, 2023 – Out of an abundance of caution, Nissan decided to expand the previously decided recall population to include MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles.
March 30, 2023 – Nissan submitted an Amended NCIR in 20V-048 to include the MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles.
April 5-26, 2023 – Pursuant to NHTSA’s request, Nissan has prepared for a separate voluntary safety recall campaign for MY13-17 Nissan LEAF vehicles. Nissan is submitting an Amended NCIR for 20V-048 to remove the MY 2013-2017 vehicles, and is submitting a new Noncompliance Information Report for these vehicles.
Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition.
Description of Corrective Action:
Nissan notified owners of affected Model Year 2018 to Model Year 2023 LEAF vehicles by April 1, 2023. Nissan will notify owners of affected Model Year 2013 to Model Year 2017 LEAF vehicles by May 26, 2023. Dealers were notified on February 7, 2023, and were notified of the expanded population on March 31, 2023. Nissan will notify dealers of the new separate voluntary safety recall campaign for MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles on April 27, 2023. Nissan will provide an Owner’s Manual addendum with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. There will be no charge to customers for the addendum card.
Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy for a subject vehicle that is no longer under warranty at the time of repair.
Chronology :
December 22, 2022 – Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster operation on a MY 2023 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the “critical area” of the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time.
January 12, 2023 – Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data and analysis.
Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up.
January 26, 2023 – OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing.
February 1, 2023 – Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY 2013-2017 vehicles was continuing.
March 2023 – Nissan and the supplier conducted additional testing of MY 2013–2017 LEAF vehicles. Nissan was unable to recreate the subject condition in these models. However, supplier historical data cannot rule out the possibility that the subject condition may occur.
March 23, 2023 – Out of an abundance of caution, Nissan decided to expand the previously decided recall population to include MY 2013–2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles.
March 30, 2023 – Nissan submitted an Amended NCIR in 20V-048 to include the MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles.
April 5-26, 2023 – Pursuant to NHTSA’s request, Nissan has prepared for a separate voluntary safety recall campaign for MY13-17 Nissan LEAF vehicles. Nissan is submitting an Amended NCIR for 20V-048 to remove the MY 2013-2017 vehicles, and is submitting a new Noncompliance Information Report for these vehicles.
Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition.
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF; Owner’s Manual Addendum
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF; Owner’s Manual Addendum
6 Affected Products
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
NISSAN | LEAF | 2018-2023 |
13 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V048-5853.pdf 645.807KB
Nissan – Noncompliance Information Report – February 2023
RMISC-23V048-2498.pdf 771.007KB
Noncompliance Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V048-4047.PDF 215.375KB
Recall 573 Report – February 3, 2023
RCLRPT-23V048-4892.PDF 215.376KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-23V048-6003.pdf 913.413KB
Nissan – Campaign Bulletin – February 2023
RCMN-23V048-0292.pdf 132.479KB
Nissan – Defrost Owner Manual Addendum – March 2023
RCMN-23V048-7210.pdf 159.503KB
Nissan – Noncompliance Information Report – March 2023
RMISC-23V048-1957.pdf 902.913KB
Nissan – Remedy Instructions and TSB – March 2023
RCRIT-23V048-5985.pdf 913.793KB
Recall 573 Report – April 26, 2023
RCLRPT-23V048-4642.PDF 216.541KB
Nissan – Noncompliance Information Report – April 2023
RMISC-23V048-3270.pdf 995.408KB
Nissan – Campaign Bulletin – April 2023
RCMN-23V048-9860.pdf 163.608KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-23V048-1950.pdf 914.13KB
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NISSAN
“–…/
April 26, 2023
Ms. Anne Collins
Associate Administrator for Enforcement
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Attn: Recall Management Division (NVS-215)
Room W48-302
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Ms. Collins:
Nissan North America, Inc.
One Nissan Way
Franklin, TN 37067
Mailing Address:
PO Box 685001
Franklin, TN 37068
We are transmitting the enclosed second amendment to the Non-Compliance Information
Report filed on February 02, 2023. This amendment updates sections 2, 3, 6 and 7: Vehicles
Potentially Involved, Total Number of Vehicles Potentially Involved, Basis for Determination of
the Existence of a Noncompliance, and Description of Corrective Action, respectively.
Very truly,
Will Swindell
Manager,
Technical Compliance
Encl.
NONCOMPLIANCE INFORMATION REPORT
1. Manufacturer:
Nissan North America, Inc., Smyrna plant
2. Vehicles Potentially Involved:
The production period of affected vehicles involved is shown in the table below.
Model Dates of Manufacture
MY 2018 – 2023 Nissan LEAF September 29, 2017 through January 27, 2023
The noncompliance (as described in Section 5 below) is specific to Nissan LEAF vehicles
listed above. The issue present on these vehicles is related to the defroster operating
instructions in the owner’s manual and their effect on the Positive Temperature Coefficient
(PTC) heater under certain conditions. The Nissan LEAF is the only model equipped with a
PTC heater as the primary heating device.
Model Year 2011-2012 Nissan LEAF vehicles are equipped with a different PTC heater design
that is not affected by the subject condition and therefore excluded from the recall
population.
Per NHTSA’s request, Model Year 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles have been removed from
this recall population and are subject to a separate Noncompliance Information Report
being filed in conjunction with this amendment.
The name, description and part number of the subject component is below:
A~~licable Model Part Name Part Number
MY2018 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2018 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2019 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2019 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2020 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2020 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2021 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2022 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2023 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2023 LEAF Owner’s Manual l The owner’s manual is a Nissan publication.
3. Total Number of Vehicles Potentially Involved:
Approximately 64,732 Nissan LEAF vehicles may be affected as shown in the table below:
Model Year/ Model Number of Vehicles
MY 2018 – MY 2023 Nissan LEAF 64,732
4. Percentage of Vehicles Estimated to Actually Contain the Noncompliance:
100%
5. Description of the Noncompliance:
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced
defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold
temperatures (below 74° F/-70° C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive
Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection,
which can limit defroster output.
This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not
meet the requirements of 54.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103;
Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility
may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
6. Basis for Determination of the Existence of a Noncompliance:
December 22, 2022 – Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster
operation on a MY 2023 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More
specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the ·critical area· of
the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time.
January 12, 2023 – Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data
and analysis. Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up.
January 26, 2023 – OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing.
February 1, 2023 – Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY 2018-2023 Nissan
LEAF and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY 2013-2017
vehicles was continuing.
March 2023 – Nissan and the supplier conducted additional testing of MY 2013-2017 LEAF
vehicles. Nissan was unable to recreate the subject condition in these models. However,
supplier historical data cannot rule out the possibility that the subject condition may occur.
March 23, 2023 – Out of an abundance of caution, Nissan decided to expand the previously
decided recall population to include MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles.
March 30, 2023 – Nissan submitted an Amended NCIR in 20V-048 to include the MY 2013-
2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles.
April 5-26, 2023 – Pursuant to NHTSA’s request, Nissan has prepared for a separate
voluntary safety recall campaign for MY13-17 Nissan LEAF vehicles. Nissan is submitting an
Amended NCIR for 20V-048 to remove the MY 2013-2017 vehicles, and is submitting a new
Noncompliance Information Report for these vehicles.
Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition.
7. Description of Corrective Action:
Nissan notified owners of affected Model Year 2018 to Model Year 2023 LEAF vehicles by
April 1, 2023. Nissan will notify owners of affected Model Year 2013 to Model Year 2017 LEAF
vehicles by May 26, 2023. Dealers were notified on February 7, 2023, and were notified of the
expanded population on March 31, 2023. Nissan will notify dealers of the new separate
voluntary safety recall campaign for MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles on April 27, 2023.
Nissan will provide an Owner’s Manual addendum with updated instructions on how to
operate the defroster under the subject conditions. There will be no charge to customers
for the addendum card.
Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning
reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy for a subject vehicle
that is no longer under warranty at the time of repair.
8. Copy of Notices:
Copies of all notices will be provided to NHTSA as they become available.
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NISSAN
“–…/
February 02, 2023
Ms. Anne Collins
Associate Administrator for Enforcement
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Attn: Recall Management Division (NVS-215)
Room W48-302
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Ms. Collins:
Nissan North America, Inc.
One Nissan Way
Franklin, TN 37067
Mailing Address:
PO Box 685001
Franklin, TN 37068
We are transmitting the enclosed Non-Compliance Information Report in accordance with 49
CFR Part 573. A voluntary recall campaign will be initiated and your office provided with the
notices.
Very truly,
Will Swindell
Manager,
Technical Compliance
Encl.
NONCOMPLIANCE INFORMATION REPORT
1. Manufacturer:
Nissan North America, Inc., Smyrna plant
2. Vehicles Potentially Involved:
The production period of affected vehicles involved is shown in the table below.
Model Dates of Manufacture
MY 2018 – 2023 Nissan LEAF September 29, 2017 through January 27, 2023
The noncompliance (as described in Section 5 below) is specific to Nissan LEAF vehicles
listed above. The issue present on these vehicles is related to the defroster operating
instructions in the owner’s manual and their effect on the Positive Temperature Coefficient
(PTC) heater under certain conditions. The Nissan LEAF is the only model equipped with PTC
heater as the primary heating device.
MY2013 -2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles remain under internal investigation.
The name, description and part number of the subject component is below:
A~~licable Model Part Name Part Number
MY2018 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2018 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2019 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2019 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2020 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2020 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2021 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2022 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2023 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2023 LEAF Owner’s Manual l The owner’s manual is a Nissan publication.
3. Total Number of Vehicles Potentially Involved:
Approximately 64,732 Nissan LEAF vehicles may be affected as shown in the table below:
Model Vear/ Model Number of Vehicles
MY 2018 – MY 2023 Nissan LEAF 64,732
4. Percentage of Vehicles Estimated to Actually Contain the Noncompliance:
100%
5. Description of the Noncompliance:
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced
defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold
temperatures (below 74° F/-70° C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive
Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection,
which can limit defroster output.
This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not
meet the requirements of 54.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103;
Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility
may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
6. Basis for Determination of the Existence of a Noncompliance:
December 22, 2022: Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster
operation on a MY 2023 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More
specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the ·critical area· of
the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time.
January 12, 2023: Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data
and analysis. Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up.
January 26, 2023: OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing.
February 1, 2023 -Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY18-23 Nissan LEAF
and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY13-17 vehicles is
continuing.
Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition.
7. Description of Corrective Action:
Nissan will notify all owners of affected vehicles by April 1, 2023. Dealers will be notified on
February 7, 2023. Nissan will provide an Owner’s Manual addendum with updated
instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. There will be no
charge to customers for the addendum card.
Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning
reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy for a subject vehicle
that is no longer under warranty at the time of repair.
8. Copy of Notices:
Copies of all notices will be provided to NHTSA as they become available.
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NISSAN
“–…/
March 30, 2023
Ms. Anne Collins
Associate Administrator for Enforcement
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Attn: Recall Management Division (NVS-215)
Room W48-302
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, D.C. 20590
Dear Ms. Collins:
Nissan North America, Inc.
One Nissan Way
Franklin, TN 37067
Mailing Address:
PO Box 685001
Franklin, TN 37068
We are transmitting the enclosed amendment to the enclosed Non-Compliance Information
Report filed on February 02, 2023. This amendment updates sections 2, 3, 6 and 7: Vehicles
Potentially Involved, Total Number of Vehicles Potentially Involved, Basis for Determination of
the Existence of a Noncompliance, and Description of Corrective Action, respectively.
Very truly,
Will Swindell
Manager,
Technical Compliance
Encl.
NONCOMPLIANCE INFORMATION REPORT
1. Manufacturer:
Nissan North America, Inc., Smyrna plant
2. Vehicles Potentially Involved:
The production period of affected vehicles involved is shown in the table below.
Model Dates of Manufacture
MY 2018 – 2023 Nissan LEAF September 29, 2017 through January 27, 2023
MY 2013 – 2017 Nissan LEAF November 19, 2012 through July 12, 2017
The noncompliance (as described in Section 5 below) is specific to Nissan LEAF vehicles
listed above. The issue present on these vehicles is related to the defroster operating
instructions in the owner’s manual and their effect on the Positive Temperature Coefficient
(PTC) heater under certain conditions. The Nissan LEAF is the only model equipped with a
PTC heater as the primary heating device.
Model Year 2011-2012 Nissan LEAF vehicles are equipped with a different PTC heater design
that is not affected by the subject condition and therefore excluded from the recall
population.
The name, description and part number of the subject component is below:
Al,M~licable Model Part Name Part Number
MY 2013 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2013 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2014 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2014 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2015 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2105 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2016 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2016 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2016 LEAF Owner’s Manual l(it – USA w/ NAVI 16ZE0 Ul<T0N
MY 2016 LEAF Owner’s Manual l(it – USA W/ NAVI 16ZE0 Ul<T1N
MY 2017 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2017 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2018 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2018 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2019 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2019 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2020 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2020 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY 2021 LEAF Owner’s Manual l MY2022 LEAF Owner’s Manual Kit – USA 22ZE1 UKT00
MY 2023 LEAF Owner’s Manual Kit – USA 23ZE1 Ul<T00
MY 2023 LEAF Owner’s Manual Kit – USA 23ZE1 UKT10
The owner’s manual is a Nissan publication.
3. Total Number of Vehicles Potentially Involved:
Approximately 159,075 Nissan LEAF vehicles may be affected as shown in the table below:
Model Vear l Model Number of Vehicles
MY 2018 – MY 2023 Nissan LEAF 64,732
MY 2013 – MY2017 Nissan LEAF 94,343
4. Percentage of Vehicles Estimated to Actually Contain the Noncompliance:
100%
5. Description of the Noncompliance:
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced
defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold
temperatures (below 74° F/-70° C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive
Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection,
which can limit defroster output.
This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not
meet the requirements of 54.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103;
Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility
may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
6. Basis for Determination of the Existence of a Noncompliance:
December 22, 2022 – Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster
operation on a MY 2023 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More
specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the ·critical area· of
the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time.
January 12, 2023 – Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data
and analysis. Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up.
January 26, 2023 – OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing.
February 1, 2023 – Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY 2018-2023 Nissan
LEAF and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY 2013-2017
vehicles was continuing.
March 2023 – Nissan and the supplier conducted additional testing of MY 2013-2017 LEAF
vehicles. Nissan was unable to recreate the subject condition in these models. However,
supplier historical data cannot rule out the possibility that the subject condition may occur.
March 23, 2023 – Out of an abundance of caution, Nissan decided to expand the previously
decided recall population to include MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles.
Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition.
7. Description of Corrective Action:
Nissan will notify owners of affected Model Year 2018 to Model Year 2023 LEAF vehicles by
April 1, 2023 and Model Year 2013 to Model Year 2017 LEAF vehicles by May 26, 2023. Dealers
were notified on February 7, 2023, and will be notified of the expanded population on March
31, 2023. Nissan will provide an Owner’s Manual addendum with updated instructions on
how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. There will be no charge to
customers for the addendum card.
Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning
reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy for a subject vehicle
that is no longer under warranty at the time of repair.
8. Copy of Notices:
Copies of all notices will be provided to NHTSA as they become available.
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CAMPAIGN
BULLETIN
Defrost Owner’s Manual Addendum
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign
Reference: R22C5/R23A1
Date: April 27, 2023
Attention: Dealer Principal, Sales, Service & Parts Managers
SAFETY RECALL
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5/R23A1 | REVISION 2
IMPORTANT: It is a violation of Federal law for dealers to sell or deliver vehicles in their inventory covered by this notification until the campaign action is performed.
R22C5 (2018-2023 LEAF)
R23A1 (2013-2017 LEAF)
***** Campaign Summary *****
Nissan is committed to the safety and security of our customers and their passengers. Nissan previously notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the previously announced Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign (R22C5) for MY2018-2023 LEAF vehicles was being expanded to include certain MY2013-2023 LEAF vehicles to correct the instructions for defrost operation in very cold temperatures. After further discussions with NHTSA, Nissan is removing the MY2013-2017 LEAF vehicles from R22C5 and moving them to a new campaign R23A1.
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 23 F/-5 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe
Affected
Models/Years:
Affected Population:
Dealer Inventory:
SERVICE COMM Activation date:
Stop Sale
In Effect
2018-2023 LEAF (ZE1)
64,732
1,539
February 3, 2023
YES
Affected
Models/Years:
Affected Population:
Dealer Inventory:
SERVICE COMM Activation date:
Stop Sale
In Effect
2013-2017 LEAF (ZE0)
94,267
NA
April 27, 2023
YES
UPDATE April 27, 2023
Please discard earlier versions of this bulletin.
The announcement from March 31, 2023 has been revised to include the following:
• A new PNC R23A1 has been added specifically for 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF (ZE0) vehicles
Repair bulletin NTB23-013 has been amended
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5/R23A1 | REVISION 2
mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output. This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
***** What Dealers Should Do****
1. Verify if vehicles are affected by this Voluntary Recall using Service Comm or DBS National Service history – Open Campaign I.D. R22C5 & R23A1
2. Dealers must not sell, lease, trade, rent or loan any vehicles in dealer inventory subject to this recall campaign until after the vehicle has been remedied.
3. If a retailed vehicle affected by these Campaign IDs visits the dealer for service, the dealer should inform the customer about the recall and communicate that an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under subject conditions is available.
4. Once repaired, dealers should submit the claim using the claims coding provided, and release the vehicle.
***** Release Schedule *****
Parts
No parts are required. The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions.
• Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023
Special Tools
• No special tools required
Repair
• NTB23-013
Owner Notification
Nissan will notify the owners of potentially affected 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in April 2023, and potentially affected 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023.
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5/R23A1 | REVISION 2
***** Dealer Responsibility *****
It is the dealer’s responsibility to check Service Comm or DBS National Service History using the appropriate Campaign I.D. for the campaign status on each vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary recall campaign, which for any reason enters the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties or presented by transient (tourist) owners and vehicles in new vehicle inventory. If a VIN subject to this recall campaign was part of a dealer trade, the letter associated with that VIN should be forwarded to the appropriate dealer for service completion.
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Total Customer Satisfaction
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q. Is this a recall?
A. Yes.
Q. Is this a Stop Sale?
A. Yes.
Q. What is the reason for the recall?
A. Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 230 F/-50 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output.
Q. What is the possible effect of the condition?
A. This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
Q. What will be the corrective action for this voluntary recall campaign?
A. Nissan is providing affected owners with an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5/R23A1 | REVISION 2
asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023.
Q. When will vehicle owners be notified?
A. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023.
Q. Is my vehicle safe to drive?
A. When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Q. Is there anything owners can do to mitigate this condition?
A. When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Q. Will a rental vehicle be provided while the dealer is servicing the vehicle?
A. No. The remedy involves an addendum to the Owner’s Manual that the dealer or customer will attach to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. No rental will be needed.
Q. Are parts readily available?
A. The remedy involves attaching an addendum to the Owner’s Manual. No parts are required.
Q. Is there any charge for this service?
A. No. The remedy will be provided for the customer free of charge.
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5/R23A1 | REVISION 2
Q. Will I have to take my vehicle back to the selling dealer to have the service performed?
A. No, if your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Q. I have lost confidence in the vehicle. Will Nissan replace or repurchase the vehicle?
A. The remedy will fully correct this condition. As the condition will be corrected, there is no basis for repurchasing or replacing your vehicle.
Q. What model year vehicles are involved?
A. Certain specific model year 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured between November 19, 2012 to July 12, 2017, and 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured between September 29, 2017 to January 27, 2023.
Q. Are you experiencing this condition on any other Nissan (or INFINITI) models?
A. No.
Revision History:
Date
Announcement
Purpose
February 7, 2023
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign
New Campaign Announcement
March 31, 2023
REVISION 1
Add 2013-2017 LEAF (ZE0)
April 27, 2023
REVISION 2
Add PNC R23A1 LEAF (ZE0)
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CAMPAIGN
BULLETIN
Defrost Owner’s Manual Addendum
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign
Reference: R22C5
Date: March 31, 2023
Attention: Dealer Principal, Sales, Service & Parts Managers
SAFETY RECALL
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | REVISION 1
IMPORTANT: It is a violation of Federal law for dealers to sell or deliver vehicles in their inventory covered by this notification until the campaign action is performed.
***** Campaign Summary *****
Nissan is committed to the safety and security of our customers and their passengers. Nissan has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the previously announced Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign (R22C5) for MY2018-2023 LEAF vehicles is being expanded to include additional vehicles. Nissan is recalling certain MY2013-2023 LEAF vehicles to correct the instructions for defrost operation in very cold temperatures.
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 23 F/-5 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output. This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and
Affected
Models/Years:
Affected Population:
Dealer Inventory:
SERVICE COMM Activation date:
Stop Sale
In Effect
2018-2023 LEAF (ZE1)
64,732
1,539
February 3, 2023
YES
2013– 2017 LEAF (ZE0)
94,267
NA
March 31, 2023
UPDATE March 31, 2023
Please discard earlier versions of this bulletin.
The announcement from February 3, 2023 has been revised to include the following:
• Campaign R22C5 has been expanded to include 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF (ZE0) vehicles
• Repair bulletin NTB23-013 has been amended to include 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF (ZE0) vehicles
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | REVISION 1
owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
***** What Dealers Should Do****
1. Verify if vehicles are affected by this Voluntary Recall using Service Comm or DBS National Service history – Open Campaign I.D. R22C5
2. Dealers must not sell, lease, trade, rent or loan any vehicles in dealer inventory subject to this recall campaign until after the vehicle has been remedied.
3. If a retailed vehicle affected by this Campaign ID visits the dealer for service, the dealer should inform the customer about the recall and communicate that an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under subject conditions is available.
4. Once repaired, dealers should submit the claim using the claims coding provided, and release the vehicle.
***** Release Schedule *****
Parts
No parts are required. The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
Special Tools
• No special tools required
Repair
• NTB23-013
Owner Notification
Nissan will notify the owners of potentially affected 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in April 2023, and will notify owners of potentially affected 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles beginning in May 2023.
***** Dealer Responsibility *****
It is the dealer’s responsibility to check Service Comm or DBS National Service History using the appropriate Campaign I.D. for the campaign status on each vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary recall campaign, which for any reason enters the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties or presented by transient (tourist) owners and vehicles in new vehicle inventory. If a VIN subject to this recall campaign was part of a dealer trade, the letter associated with that VIN should be forwarded to the appropriate dealer for service completion.
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Total Customer Satisfaction
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | REVISION 1
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q. Is this a recall?
A. Yes.
Q. Is this a Stop Sale?
A. Yes.
Q. What is the reason for the recall?
A. Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 230 F/-50 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output.
Q. What is the possible effect of the condition?
A. This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
Q. What will be the corrective action for this voluntary recall campaign?
A. Nissan is providing affected owners with an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
Q. When will vehicle owners be notified?
A. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | REVISION 1
the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
Q. Is my vehicle safe to drive?
A. When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
Q. Is there anything owners can do to mitigate this condition?
A. When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
Q. Will a rental vehicle be provided while the dealer is servicing the vehicle?
A. No. The remedy involves an addendum to the Owner’s Manual that the dealer or customer will attach to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. No rental will be needed.
Q. Are parts readily available?
A. The remedy involves attaching an addendum to the Owner’s Manual. No parts are required. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
Q. Is there any charge for this service?
A. No. The remedy will be provided for the customer free of charge.
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | REVISION 1
Q. Will I have to take my vehicle back to the selling dealer to have the service performed?
A. No, if your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in April 2023, and owners of 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions beginning in May 2023.
Q. I have lost confidence in the vehicle. Will Nissan replace or repurchase the vehicle?
A. The remedy will fully correct this condition. As the condition will be corrected, there is no basis for repurchasing or replacing your vehicle.
Q. What model year vehicles are involved?
A. Certain specific model year 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured between November 19, 2012 to July 12, 2017, and 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured between September 29, 2017 to January 27, 2023.
Q. Are you experiencing this condition on any other Nissan (or INFINITI) models?
A. No.
Revision History:
Date
Announcement
Purpose
February 7, 2023
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign
New Campaign Announcement
March 31, 2023
REVISION 1
Add 2013-2017 LEAF (ZE0)
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CAMPAIGN
BULLETIN
Defrost Owner’s Manual Addendum
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign
Reference: R22C5
Date: February 7, 2023
Attention: Dealer Principal, Sales, Service & Parts Managers
SAFETY RECALL
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | Original Document
IMPORTANT: It is a violation of Federal law for dealers to sell or deliver vehicles in their inventory covered by this notification until the campaign action is performed.
***** Campaign Summary *****
Nissan is committed to the safety and security of our customers and their passengers. Nissan has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the previously announced quality assurance hold (PC943) for MY2018-2023 LEAF vehicles is being reclassified as a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign. Nissan is recalling certain MY2018-2023 LEAF vehicles to correct the instructions for defrost operation in very cold temperatures.
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 230 F/-50 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output. This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions, and owners of affected vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions to attach to the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual in April 2023.
***** What Dealers Should Do****
1. Verify if vehicles are affected by this Voluntary Recall using Service Comm or DBS National Service history – Open Campaign I.D. R22C5
2. Dealers must not sell, lease, trade, rent or loan any vehicles in dealer inventory subject to this recall campaign until after the vehicle has been remedied.
3. If a retailed vehicle affected by this Campaign ID visits the dealer for service, the dealer should inform the customer about the recall and communicate that an addendum to the Owner’s
Affected
Models/Years:
Affected Population:
Dealer Inventory:
SERVICE COMM Activation date:
Stop Sale
In Effect
2018-2023 LEAF (ZE1)
64,732
1,539
February 3, 2023
YES
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | Original Document
Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under subject conditions is available.
4. Once repaired, dealers should submit the claim using the claims coding provided, and release the vehicle.
***** Release Schedule *****
Parts
No parts are required. The dealer will add an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to vehicles in their inventory with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions, and owners of affected vehicles will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions to attach to the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual in April 2023.
Special Tools
• No special tools required
Repair
• NTB23-013
Owner Notification
Nissan will notify the owners of potentially affected vehicles in April 2023.
***** Dealer Responsibility *****
It is the dealer’s responsibility to check Service Comm or DBS National Service History using the appropriate Campaign I.D. for the campaign status on each vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary recall campaign, which for any reason enters the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties or presented by transient (tourist) owners and vehicles in new vehicle inventory. If a VIN subject to this recall campaign was part of a dealer trade, the letter associated with that VIN should be forwarded to the appropriate dealer for service completion.
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Total Customer Satisfaction
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q. Is this a recall?
A. Yes.
Q. Is this a Stop Sale?
A. Yes.
Q. What is the reason for the recall?
A. Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | Original Document
defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 230 F/-50 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output.
Q. What is the possible effect of the condition?
A. This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems. The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
Q. What will be the corrective action for this voluntary recall campaign?
A. Nissan is providing affected owners with an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions in April 2023.
Q. When will vehicle owners be notified?
A. Nissan will mail an addendum to the Owner’s Manual to all affected customers in April 2023, via U.S. Mail.
Q. Is my vehicle safe to drive?
A. When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions in April 2023.
Q. Is there anything owners can do to mitigate this condition?
A. When outside air temperature is below 23°F (-5°C), turn on the defrost, set the temperature to the high temperature and the fan speed to lowest setting (1/7) for 2 minutes, then adjust fan speed to maximum level and allow the windshield to properly defrost before driving. If your vehicle is
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | Original Document
subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions in April 2023.
Q. Will a rental vehicle be provided while the dealer is servicing the vehicle?
A. No. The remedy involves an addendum to the Owner’s Manual that the dealer or customer will attach to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. No rental will be needed.
Q. Are parts readily available?
A. The remedy involves attaching an addendum to the Owner’s Manual. No parts are required. Owners will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions in April 2023.
Q. Is there any charge for this service?
A. No. The remedy will be provided for the customer free of charge.
Q. Will I have to take my vehicle back to the selling dealer to have the service performed?
A. No, if your vehicle is subject to this campaign, you will receive an addendum to the Owner’s Manual with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. Customers will be asked to attach the addendum to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Owners will be mailed the addendum with the updated instructions in April 2023.
Q. I have lost confidence in the vehicle. Will Nissan replace or repurchase the vehicle?
A. The remedy will fully correct this condition. As the condition will be corrected, there is no basis for repurchasing or replacing your vehicle.
Q. What model year vehicles are involved?
A. Certain specific model year 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured between September 29, 2017 to January 27, 2023.
Q. Are you experiencing this condition on any other Nissan (or INFINITI) models?
A. No.
CAMPAIGN ID: R22C5 | Original Document
Revision History:
Date
Announcement
Purpose
February 7, 2023
Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign
New Campaign Announcement
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Nissan North America, Inc. FEB 03, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-048 Manufacturer Recall No. : R22C5 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Nissan North America, Inc.
Address : P. O. BOX 685001
Franklin TN 37068-5009 Company phone : 800-647-7261
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 64,732 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : HATCHBACK Power Train : HYBRID ELECTRIC
Descriptive Information : The noncompliance (as described in Section 5 below) is specific to Nissan LEAF vehicles listed above. The issue present on these vehicles is related to the defroster operating instructions in the owner’s manual and their effect on the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater under certain conditions. The Nissan LEAF is the only model equipped with PTC heater as the primary heating device. MY2013 –2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles remain under internal investigation.
Production Dates : SEP 29, 2017 – JAN 27, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Description of Noncompliance :
Description of the Noncompliance :
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 140 F/-100 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output. FMVSS 1 : 103 – Windshield defrosting and defogging systems FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems.
The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a
crash or injury to the vehicle occupants. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048 Page 2 Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2018 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 18ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 2 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2018 LEAF – USA w/ NAVI Component Part Number : 18ZE1 UKT0N Component Name 3 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2019 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 19ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 4 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2019 LEAF – USA w/ NAVI Component Part Number : 19ZE1 UKT0N Component Name 5 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2020 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 20ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 6 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2020 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 20ZE1 UKT10 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048 Page 3 Component Name 7 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2021 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 21ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 8 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2022 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 22ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 9 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2023 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 23ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 10 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2023 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 23ZE1 UKT10 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Nissan North America Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
December 22, 2022: Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster operation on a MY 2023 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the “critical area” of the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time. January 12, 2023: Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data and analysis. Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up. January 26, 2023: OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048
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February 1, 2023 –Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY18-23 Nissan LEAF and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY13-17 vehicles is continuing. Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition.
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Nissan will provide an Owner’s Manual addendum with updated
instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. There will be no charge to customers for the addendum card. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production :
Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy for a subject vehicle that is no longer under warranty at the time of repair.
NR NR Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Nissan will notify all owners of affected vehicles by April 1, 2023.
Dealers will be notified on February 7, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 07, 2023 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 01, 2023 – NR
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Nissan North America, Inc. APR 26, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-048 Manufacturer Recall No. : R22C5 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Nissan North America, Inc.
Address : P. O. BOX 685001
Franklin TN 37068-5009 Company phone : 800-647-7261
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 64,732 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : HATCHBACK Power Train : HYBRID ELECTRIC
Descriptive Information : The noncompliance is specific to Nissan LEAF vehicles listed above. The issue present on these vehicles is related to the defroster operating instructions in the owner’s manual and their effect on the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater under certain conditions. The Nissan LEAF is the only model equipped with a PTC heater as the primary heating device.
Model Year 2011-2012 Nissan LEAF vehicles are equipped with a different PTC heater design that is not affected by the subject condition and therefore excluded from the recall population. Per NHTSA’s request, Model Year 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles have been removed from this recall population and are subject to a separate Noncompliance Information Report being filed in conjunction with this amendment.
Production Dates : SEP 29, 2017 – JAN 27, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Description of Noncompliance : Description of the Noncompliance : Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 140 F/-100 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output. FMVSS 1 :
103 – Windshield defrosting and defogging systems Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048 Page 2 FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems.
The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a crash or injury to the vehicle occupants.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2018 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 18ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 2 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2018 LEAF – USA w/ NAVI Component Part Number : 18ZE1 UKT0N Component Name 3 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2019 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 19ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 4 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2019 LEAF – USA w/ NAVI Component Part Number : 19ZE1 UKT0N Component Name 5 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2020 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 20ZE1 UKT00 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048 Page 3 Component Name 6 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2020 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 20ZE1 UKT10 Component Name 7 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2021 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 21ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 8 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2022 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 22ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 9 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2023 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 23ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 10 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2023 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 23ZE1 UKT10 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Nissan North America Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
December 22, 2022 – Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster operation on a MY 2023 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048 Page 4 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the “critical area” of the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time. January 12, 2023 – Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data and analysis. Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up. January 26, 2023 – OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing. February 1, 2023 – Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY 2013-2017 vehicles was continuing. March 2023 – Nissan and the supplier conducted additional testing of MY 2013–2017 LEAF vehicles. Nissan was unable to recreate the subject condition in these models. However, supplier historical data cannot rule out the possibility that the subject condition may occur. March 23, 2023 – Out of an abundance of caution, Nissan decided to expand the previously decided recall population to include MY 2013–2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles. March 30, 2023 – Nissan submitted an Amended NCIR in 20V-048 to include the MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles. April 5-26, 2023 – Pursuant to NHTSA’s request, Nissan has prepared for a separate voluntary safety recall campaign for MY13-17 Nissan LEAF vehicles. Nissan is submitting an Amended NCIR for 20V-048 to remove the MY 2013-2017 vehicles, and is submitting a new Noncompliance Information Report for these vehicles. Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Nissan will provide an Owner’s Manual addendum with updated
instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. There will be no charge to customers for the addendum card. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy for a subject vehicle that is no longer under warranty at the time of repair.
NR NR Recall Schedule : The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048
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Description of Recall Schedule : Nissan notified owners of affected Model Year 2018 to Model Year 2023
LEAF vehicles by April 1, 2023. Nissan will notify owners of affected Model Year 2013 to Model Year 2017 LEAF vehicles by May 26, 2023. Dealers were notified on February 7, 2023, and were notified of the expanded population on March 31, 2023. Nissan will notify dealers of the new separate voluntary safety recall campaign for MY 2013-2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles on April 27, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 07, 2023 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 01, 2023 – NR
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Nissan North America, Inc. FEB 02, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-048 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Nissan North America, Inc.
Address : P. O. BOX 685001
Franklin TN 37068-5009 Company phone : 800-647-7261
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 64,732 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2018-2023 Nissan LEAF Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : HATCHBACK Power Train : HYBRID ELECTRIC
Descriptive Information : The noncompliance (as described in Section 5 below) is specific to Nissan LEAF vehicles listed above. The issue present on these vehicles is related to the defroster operating instructions in the owner’s manual and their effect on the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater under certain conditions. The Nissan LEAF is the only model equipped with PTC heater as the primary heating device. MY2013 –2017 Nissan LEAF vehicles remain under internal investigation.
Production Dates : SEP 29, 2017 – JAN 27, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential
Description of Noncompliance :
Description of the Noncompliance :
Following the Owner’s Manual instructions for defroster operation may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. More specifically, in very cold temperatures (below 140 F/-100 C), maximum fan speed can result in the Positive Temperature Coefficient (“PTC”) heater entering failsafe mode for undercurrent protection, which can limit defroster output. FMVSS 1 : 103 – Windshield defrosting and defogging systems FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : This reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, which does not meet the requirements of S4.3 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging systems.
The potential for loss of forward visibility may lead to the increased risk of a
crash or injury to the vehicle occupants. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048 Page 2 Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2018 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 18ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 2 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2018 LEAF – USA w/ NAVI Component Part Number : 18ZE1 UKT0N Component Name 3 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2019 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 19ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 4 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2019 LEAF – USA w/ NAVI Component Part Number : 19ZE1 UKT0N Component Name 5 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2020 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 20ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 6 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2020 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 20ZE1 UKT10 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048 Page 3 Component Name 7 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2021 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 21ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 8 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2022 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 22ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 9 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2023 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 23ZE1 UKT00 Component Name 10 : Owner’s Manual Kit Component Description : MY 2023 LEAF – USA Component Part Number : 23ZE1 UKT10 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Nissan North America Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
December 22, 2022: Nissan received preliminary information related to the defroster operation on a MY 2023 Nissan LEAF vehicle during NHTSA compliance testing. More specifically, in the course of conducting an FMVSS 103 test procedure, the “critical area” of the windshield was not properly cleared in the allotted time. January 12, 2023: Nissan met with NHTSA via teleconference to share internal testing data and analysis. Nissan requested a re-test under modified instructions for testing warm-up. January 26, 2023: OVSC rejected Nissan’s request for re-testing. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-048
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February 1, 2023 –Nissan made a noncompliance determination for MY18-23 Nissan LEAF and decided to conduct a Safety Recall. Nissan’s investigation of MY13-17 vehicles is continuing. Nissan is not aware of any accident or injuries related to the subject condition.
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Nissan will provide an Owner’s Manual addendum with updated
instructions on how to operate the defroster under the subject conditions. There will be no charge to customers for the addendum card. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production :
Nissan will include a statement in the Part 577 owner notification concerning reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a pre-notification remedy for a subject vehicle that is no longer under warranty at the time of repair.
NR NR Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Nissan will notify all owners of affected vehicles by April 1, 2023.
Dealers will be notified on February 7, 2023.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 07, 2023 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 01, 2023 – NR
* NR – Not Reported
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