Recall 23V268 covers 12,400 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and QX60 vehicles for unsecured driver's seats. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 12,400 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and QX60 vehicles because the driver's powered seat was built with welds that can detach from the rear inboard seat bracket. Broken welds can leave the seat unable to properly restrain an occupant in a crash; dealers will inspect and repair the seat free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The driver's powered seat cushion frame in the 2023 Pathfinder, QX60, and Rogue is the metal structure under the seat bottom. It supports the powered seat, ties the seat cushion to the seat rails, and keeps the driver held in the intended position during normal driving.
On affected vehicles, a quality problem at a sub-supplier left a broken weld between the rear inboard seat bracket and the inboard seat rail. That weld is part of the seat's load path. If it detaches, the driver's seat is not fully secured to the frame, and the seat can move more than designed under force.
Nissan found that the weakened seat frame showed performance degradation in testing. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers three 2023 SUV nameplates that use the same driver seat cushion frame fastener.
| 2023 Nissan Pathfinder | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2023 INFINITI QX60 | seat assembly |
| 2023 Nissan Rogue | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 12,400 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Broken welds can leave the driver's seat unsecured. In a crash, that seat can fail to restrain the occupant properly, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the inspection promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Pathfinder, QX60, or Rogue is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free driver's-seat inspection and seat-cushion-frame replacement if needed, which addresses the unsecured powered seat and broken weld risk.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 23V268 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and make sure the driver's seat feels locked in place before each trip.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician inspects the driver's seat rail clearance and checks whether the driver's powered seat is fully secured to the seat frame. If the clearance is wrong, the technician replaces the driver's seat cushion frame. The replacement parts 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 affected vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 13, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 14, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| April 14, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 9, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 10, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 10, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V268?
Recall 23V268 covers 12,400 2023 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, and Rogue vehicles with a driver's powered seat that is not fully secured to the seat frame. Broken welds can keep the seat from properly restraining the driver in a crash. Nissan dealers inspect the seat rail clearance and replace the driver's seat cushion frame for free when needed.
What should I do if my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, or Rogue is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V268. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the driver's seat inspection. Reference recall 23V268 and Nissan recall numbers PC966 or PC967 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Nissan will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance for free. If the inspection shows the driver's seat cushion frame needs replacement, the dealer will complete that repair free of charge.
What is the safety risk with this Nissan seat recall?
The safety risk is that the driver's seat can fail to restrain the occupant properly during a crash. Nissan reported that broken welds can let the seat frame detach from the rear inboard seat bracket, increasing injury risk. Confirm the VIN and arrange the free dealer inspection.
What if I bought my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, or Rogue used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received Nissan's mailed notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer with recall 23V268.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V268000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-867-7669 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V268 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V268000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →