Recall 26V023 affects 26,432 2025-2026 Nissan Sentra, Altima, Kicks, and Frontier vehicles for improperly welded door strikers. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 26,432 2025-2026 Sentra, Altima, Kicks, and Frontier vehicles under recall 26V023 because door strikers were improperly welded and can break while the vehicle is moving. If a door opens unexpectedly in motion, the risk of injury or a crash increases; Nissan dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The door striker on these 2025-2026 Nissan Sentra, Altima, Kicks, and Frontier vehicles is the fixed metal loop on the door frame that the door latch grabs when the door closes. It helps keep the door shut while the vehicle is moving and during a crash event. The latch and striker have to stay locked together under normal vibration, body movement, and impact loads.
On affected vehicles, one or more door strikers were welded incorrectly during supplier production. That bad weld leaves the wire loop weaker than designed. The loop can crack and separate from the striker plate, which means the door latch no longer has a secure anchor. If that happens, the door can open while the vehicle is moving.
Owners can notice a rattling noise from the door area if only one side of the striker wire is cracked. If both sides crack, the door striker can fail without a warning sign.
Who's affected?
Covers four Nissan nameplates from the 2025-2026 model years, all using the same front or rear door striker assembly.
| 2025 Nissan Sentra | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2025 Nissan Altima | Latch |
| 2026 Nissan Kicks | Latch |
| 2026 Nissan Frontier | Latch |
| 2025 Nissan Frontier | Latch |
| Units affected | 26,432 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A door that opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury or a crash. A rattling noise from the door striker is a warning sign when one side of the striker wire is cracked; when both sides crack, failure gives no warning. Schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Nissan Sentra, Altima, Kicks, or Frontier is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free door-striker replacement that fixes the striker weld issue that can let a door open while moving.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V023 when you call.
- Keep doors fully latched before driving, and stop in a safe place if a door feels loose or opens while the vehicle is moving.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician replaces the door strikers covered by recall 26V023. The repair addresses door strikers that were improperly welded and can break, allowing a door to open while the vehicle is moving. 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 included vehicles are still under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| January 20, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 28, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| January 28, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 28, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 13, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V023?
Recall 26V023 covers 26,432 Nissan vehicles with door strikers that were improperly welded and can break. The affected door can open while the vehicle is moving, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. Nissan dealers will replace the door strikers for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Nissan Altima, 2025 Nissan Sentra, 2025-2026 Nissan Frontier, or 2026 Nissan Kicks is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V023. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the door-striker replacement. Reference recall 26V023 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Nissan will replace the affected door strikers free of charge at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V023?
The safety risk is that a door can open unexpectedly while the vehicle is moving. That increases the risk of injury or a crash, especially if an occupant is near the door or the driver reacts suddenly. The fix is replacement of the affected door strikers.
When did Nissan notify owners about recall 26V023?
Nissan mailed owner notification letters on March 17, 2026. If you bought the vehicle used or did not receive a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Nissan dealer if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V023000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V023 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V023000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →