Recall 20V412 affects 6,157 2020 Nissan Leaf vehicles because the back-up camera image can disappear in reverse. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 6,157 2020 Leaf electric vehicles because the back-up camera image can disappear while the vehicle is in reverse. Without that rear-view image, drivers have less visibility behind the car, increasing crash risk; Nissan dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The back-up camera system on the 2020 Nissan Leaf sends the rear view image to the center display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. On Leaf vehicles with the Around View Monitor, the head unit also manages camera priority, which tells the display to keep the camera image ahead of other screens during backing.
On affected vehicles, the camera priority setting in the head unit software is wrong. Right after a cold start, the head unit can be under a higher processing load. If certain driver inputs or vehicle-speed conditions happen during that backing event, the rear camera image can disappear and the display can return to the previous screen.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver will notice the problem only when the rear view image disappears while the vehicle is already in reverse.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Nissan Leaf | Camera |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 6,157 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2020 Nissan Leaf is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
Without a back-up camera image, you lose one view of what is behind the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash while reversing. There is no warning sign before the display goes blank. Use mirrors and check surroundings carefully until the software update is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Nissan Leaf is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free back-up camera software update that fixes the disappearing reverse-camera image.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V412 when you call.
- Use mirrors and look behind you while backing until the software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician updates the back-up camera software so the rear camera image remains available when the Leaf is in reverse. The software update and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the involved vehicles were under warranty for this recall. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies to any prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| July 17, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 17, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| July 17, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 17, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 17, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 31, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V412?
Recall 20V412 covers 6,157 2020 Nissan Leaf electric vehicles with back-up camera software that can let the rear-view image disappear while the vehicle is in reverse. The missing image increases crash risk. Nissan dealers will update the back-up camera software for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Nissan Leaf is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Leaf is included in recall 20V412. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the back-up camera software update. Reference recall number 20V412 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Nissan dealers will update the back-up camera software free of charge for vehicles included in recall 20V412.
Is it safe to drive my 2020 Nissan Leaf?
Nissan did not issue a do-not-drive instruction for recall 20V412. The risk appears when the back-up camera image disappears while reversing, which reduces rear visibility and increases crash risk. Use mirrors and look behind the vehicle, then schedule the free software update.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V412000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-867-7669 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V412 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V412000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →