Recall 26V188 affects 51 2026 Nissan Leaf vehicles for high-voltage battery module short circuits. Park outside, do not charge. Free repair once Nissan opens it.
A short circuit in a high voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before the short circuit, so park the Leaf outside and away from structures, and stop charging it until the remedy is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
Nissan is recalling 51 2026 Leaf vehicles because internal damage in the high voltage battery can cause a short circuit inside a battery module. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire, so owners should park outside and away from structures until Nissan opens the free dealer repair.
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What's wrong?
The traction battery in the 2026 Nissan Leaf is the large lithium-ion battery pack that stores power for the electric drive system. It sends high-voltage energy to the propulsion system, so the car depends on stable battery modules and intact cells inside the pack.
On included Leafs, Nissan says internal damage inside the high-voltage battery can create a short circuit within a battery module. The supplier found that the edge of the battery cell cathode, one of the layers that helps move electrical charge inside the cell, was damaged during manufacturing. If that torn edge is built into a cell and folds onto itself, the module can short internally.
The driver will not get an early symptom to watch for. There is no warning sign before failure, and Nissan reported thermal damage in vehicles that were turned off, parked outside, and not charging.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on March 27, 2026.
| 2026 Nissan Leaf | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 51 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2026 Nissan Leaf is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A short circuit in a high voltage battery module increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before the short circuit, so park the Leaf outside and away from structures, and stop charging it until the remedy is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Nissan Leaf is included in this recall.
- Wait for Nissan's final remedy letter before scheduling the free battery-module or battery replacement that addresses the internal battery damage and short-circuit risk.
- Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
- Stop charging the vehicle until the recall repair is complete.
- Call Nissan customer service at 800-647-7261 with questions and reference recall number 26V188 (Nissan recall R25F1) when you call.
What happens at the repair
Until the final remedy opens, follow Nissan's interim guidance: park outside, park away from structures, and do not charge the vehicle. Nissan says additional owner letters will follow once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026. At that point, a Nissan technician will replace the affected battery modules or the battery, free under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, since the subject vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 25, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 27, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| March 27, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 27, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 17, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V188?
Recall 26V188 covers 51 2026 Nissan Leaf vehicles with possible internal damage in the high voltage battery. A short circuit inside a battery module increases fire risk. Nissan will replace the battery modules or battery for free once the final remedy opens.
What should I do if my 2026 Nissan Leaf is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V188. If it is, park outside and away from structures, and do not charge the vehicle until the remedy is completed. Contact a franchised Nissan dealer or Nissan customer service at 800-647-7261 for interim instructions.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 26V188, Nissan dealers will replace the affected battery modules or the battery free of charge once the final remedy is available.
Is it safe to charge my 2026 Nissan Leaf during this recall?
No, not if your VIN is included. Nissan says owners should not charge affected vehicles and should park outside and away from structures until the remedy is completed. The concern is internal high voltage battery damage that can short circuit and increase fire risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V188000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V188 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V188000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →