Nissan recalls certain 2018-2023 Leaf vehicles due to incorrect defroster instructions that may reduce visibility, increasing crash risk. Owners will receive updated instructions by April 1, 2023.
Reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
Nissan is recalling certain 2018-2023 Leaf electric vehicles because the owner's manual has incorrect defroster instructions that can reduce visibility in cold weather. This could increase the risk of a crash if drivers don't properly defrost their windshield.
The defroster system may not work properly in cold weather because the owner's manual has outdated instructions. This can cause reduced visibility through the windshield, making it harder to see other vehicles and road conditions.
Owners of 2018-2023 Nissan Leaf vehicles are affected. Drivers in cold weather conditions are most at risk due to potential visibility issues.
Check if your Nissan Leaf was manufactured between 2018 and 2023. The recall affects all models in this range, but the specific issue is with the defroster instructions in the owner's manual.
Nissan will mail a notification letter by April 1, 2023, informing you about the recall and updated defroster instructions.
If you haven't received the letter by April 1, 2023, contact Nissan at 1-800-867-7669 for assistance.
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.
The owner's manual has incorrect defroster instructions that can reduce visibility in cold weather, potentially increasing crash risk.
Your Nissan Leaf was manufactured between 2018 and 2023. The recall affects all models in this range.
Nissan will mail updated defroster instructions by April 1, 2023. You can also contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Nissan to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V048000 — Nissan Nissan Hello, I own a Nissan that is covered by recall 23V048000 from Nissan. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
