Fire risk from quick charging battery
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 leaf vehicles equipped with a level 3 quick charging port. The lithium-ion battery may overheat during level 3 charging.
Safety Consequence
A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised not to use level 3 quick charging until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the battery software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed april 6, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated may 20, 2026. Owners may contact nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is r25c8. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning october 4, 2025.
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FAQ: Recall 25V655000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V655000?
NHTSA recall 25V655000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on October 1, 2025. It addresses: Fire risk from quick charging battery. The recall affects approximately 19,077 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V655000 or the manufacturer campaign number R25C8. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.