Nissan X-Trail recalls

19 official safety recalls for the Nissan X-Trail from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Battery controller may restrict propulsion

    Reported July 10, 2026Model years 2021–2026DVSA recall R/2026/265EU Safety Gate SR/01993/2621,835 vehicles affected

    The battery controller may misdiagnose faults and enter fail-safe mode while driving, restricting motor output and preventing charging. The vehicle may lose propulsion and stop. Battery management software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    X-TRAIL T33 Lithium Ion Battery
    Defect
    For affected vehicles the lithium-ion battery controller (LBC) on some X-Trail (T33) vehicles may not properly maintain diagnostic robustness. It has been found that these ICs may misdiagnose abnormalities and as a result the system may enter fail-safe mode during driving which restricts motor output and prohibits charging. Under certain conditions a loss of motive power may occur and the vehicle may stop while driving due to the loss of propulsion.
    Remedy
    Update to the Battery Management Software (BMW)

  2. Intelligent Speed Assistance may not work as intended

    Reported March 3, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/052187 vehicles affected

    Incorrect software calibration may cause Intelligent Speed Assistance to behave unexpectedly. The associated control units will be reconfigured.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    XTRAIL (T33) Intelligent Speed Assistance
    Defect
    For certain vehicles due to incorrect software calibration the Intelligent Speed Assistance may not behave as intended.
    Remedy
    Reconfigure the associated control units to address the issue.

  3. Adaptive headlights may switch between high and low beam

    Reported March 3, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/0512,246 vehicles affected

    The adaptive headlights may be incorrectly configured and switch between high and low beam despite other vehicles being present. The control module software configuration will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    XTRAIL (T33) Adaptive LED Headlight
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the Adaptive LED Headlight (ALH) configuration may be out of specification. In this condition the ALH may not function as intended and alternate between high and low beam mode despite the presence of other vehicles.
    Remedy
    Update the adaptive LED headlights (ALH) control module software configuration with revised parameters.

  4. Passenger airbag inflator may need replacement

    Reported August 17, 2018Model years 2004–2012DVSA recall R/2018/100138,115 vehicles affected

    A non-desiccated passenger airbag inflator was fitted during an earlier repair. Replace it with a new desiccated inflator.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A NON-DESSICATED PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR WAS USED DURING PREVIOUS RECALL TO REPLACE THIS COMPONENT
    Defect
    In 2013 Nissan announced a Recall campaign to replace Takata SPI front passenger airbag inflators. A non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used for the replacement. Although there have been no known incidents associated with inflators of this type Nissan has decided to replace all inflators previously repaired with a non-dessicated inflator to a new dessicated version.
    Remedy
    Replace the front passenger airbag inflator with a new dessicated type.

  5. Airbag inflators checked in an earlier recall to be replaced

    Reported December 11, 2017Model years 2004–2012DVSA recall R/2017/279196,590 vehicles affected

    Inflators previously checked and deemed serviceable will be replaced with new airbag assemblies as a precaution.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REPLACE AIRBAG INFLATORS CHECKED BUT NOT REPLACED UNDER PREVIOUS RECALL R/2015/093
    Defect
    The air bag inflators on affected vehicles were previously checked and deemed to be serviceable. As a precautionary measure the manufacturer has decided to replace them with new assemblies.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly.

  6. Passenger airbag inflator may deploy abnormally

    Reported June 26, 2017Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2017/03918 vehicles affected

    The passenger airbag inflator propellant may deteriorate and cause abnormal deployment. In extreme circumstances, pressure could build up and separate the airbag housing. The front passenger airbag module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG MAY FAIL
    Defect
    The airbag manufacturer have informed Nissan of a potential concern with propellant degradation of Front Passenger Airbag fitted with Smokeless Passenger Inflator (SPI). It has been confirmed that this degradation is a function of time temperature and environmental moisture. Deterioration of the Inflator propellant may under certain usage conditions lead to abnormal deployment of the Passenger Airbag. In an extreme situation this condition could create excessive pressure within the inflator during airbag deployment and may result in separation of the airbag housing.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles to replace the front passenger airbag module with a new quality controlled item.

  7. Back door gas stay may fail

    Reported August 31, 2016Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2016/08113,131 vehicles affected

    Corrosion may crack the back door gas stay, causing it to lose pressure and fail to support the open door, which could drop on someone. The gas stay will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BACK DOORS / HATCHBACK MAY BE UNSUPPORTED WHEN OPEN
    Defect
    The paint coating applied to the back door gas stay does not comply with the design requirement for anti-corrosion. Therefore the outer tube of the gas stay may corrode and crack resulting in the loss of the pressurised gas inside the gas stay. In this condition the gas stay would be unable to support the opening of the back door allowing it to drop on the vehicle user.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the back door gas stay.

  8. Rear oxygen sensor may fail without warning

    Reported July 25, 2016Model years 2015–2016DVSA recall R/2016/15729,572 vehicles affected

    An electrical short in the rear oxygen sensor supply may cause the sensor to fail without an immediate warning. A warning may appear after continued driving. The ECU will be reprogrammed to display a warning if the sensor fails.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR OXYGEN SENSOR MAY FAIL
    Defect
    If an electrical short occurs in the supply to the rear oxygen sensor the senor will fail but the driver will not see an immediate warning. A MIL warning may display after continued driving depending on driving/vehicle characteristics.
    Remedy
    Reprogram the ECU to display a warning if the rear oxygen sensor fails.

  9. Passenger airbag inflator propellant may deteriorate

    Reported November 16, 2015Model years 2004–2007DVSA recall R/2015/093398,100 vehicles affected

    A possible air leak may let moisture into the passenger airbag inflator and deteriorate its propellant. The airbag may deploy abnormally, and its housing could separate and injure occupants. The airbag assembly will be inspected and the inflator replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
    Defect
    The manufacturer has identified that a potential air leak at the passenger airbag inflators which may allow moisture to enter the airbag inflator causing the propellant in the inflator units to deteriorate. Deterioration of the propellant may lead to abnormal deployment of the passenger airbag. In an extreme situation this may result in separation of the airbag housing during deployment causing injury to occupants.
    Remedy
    Inspect air bag assembly and where required replace air bag inflator

  10. Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported April 22, 2013Model years 2001–2003DVSA recall R/2013/050590,080 vehicles affected

    Improperly made propellant wafers may cause the passenger airbag inflator to rupture and the airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash, increasing injury risk and possibly causing a fire. The inflator module will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
    Defect
    The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant and the possibility of a fire.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.

  11. Engine insulation may overheat on the turbocharger

    Reported October 22, 2012Model years 2006–2012DVSA recall R/2012/10514,025 vehicles affected

    Insufficient clearance from the turbocharger may cause engine bay insulation to smoulder in extreme cases. A bracket will be fitted to position the insulation away from the turbocharger.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE INSULATION MAY REST ON TURBOCHARGER
    Defect
    The engine bay insulation for right hand drive vehicles equipped with 2.0 l diesel engine (M9R) engine may have insufficient clearance from the turbocharger. In extreme cases this may cause the insulation to smoulder due to the high temperature of the turbocharger.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an additional bracket to position the engine bay insulation away from the turbocharger.

  12. Electric power steering may lose assistance

    Reported January 23, 2012Model years 2010–2011DVSA recall R/2011/1595,386 vehicles affected

    A fault in the electric power steering control unit may cause the motor to fail, bringing on a warning light and suddenly reducing steering assistance. The control unit will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL
    Defect
    It has been established that the casting for the heat sink on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control unit may be out of specification. In extreme cases this can cause a failure of the EPS motor which will illuminate a warning light on the dash. Whilst directional control is not affected it is possible that the driver will experience a sudden loss of power assistance.
    Remedy
    Recall all affect vehicles and replace the EPS control unit.

  13. Passenger airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported July 14, 2010Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2010/0778 vehicles affected

    The airbag propellant may burn too quickly, causing excessive pressure that could rupture the inflator casing and scatter metal fragments. The front passenger airbag assembly will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    IF DEPLOYED THE AIRBAG MAY ENDANGER PASSENGER
    Defect
    The combustion rate of the airbag propellant may be too fast causing excessive internal pressure in the inflator during airbag deployment. In an extreme case the inflator casing may rupture leading to a scattering of metal fragments.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger airbag assembly.

  14. Pinion shaft cover screw may loosen

    Reported November 23, 2009Model years 2006–2009DVSA recall R/2009/106116,684 vehicles affected

    The pinion shaft cover screw may loosen and come out of the gear housing, potentially causing loss of steering control. A locking plate will be fitted to secure the screw.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LOSS OF STEERING
    Defect
    The cover screw securing the pinion shaft may loosen causing noise during steering operation. Continued use in this condition could result in the screw coming out of the gear housing and in certain circumstances cause a loss of steering control.
    Remedy
    Recall the potentially affected vehicles to fit a locking plate to the cover screw that secures the pinion shaft.

  15. Steering gear fault may cause loss of control

    Reported June 23, 2008Model years 2007DVSA recall R/2008/06118,724 vehicles affected

    A missing needle bearing or loose cover screw may cause steering play and noise, and ultimately loss of steering control. The steering gear will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING
    Defect
    It has been identified that the possibility exists that a needle bearing has been omitted from the steering shaft. Additionally the cover screw may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This may result in the cover screw becoming loose initiating free play and noise within the steering system. Ultimately steering control may be lost.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the steering gear inspected. The steering gear will be replaced should this be found to be necessary.

  16. Trailer hazard lamps may not operate

    Reported June 23, 2008Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2008/0604,309 vehicles affected

    If the ignition is off and the vehicle's hazard lights are on, they may not illuminate on an attached trailer. A sub-harness will be fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    HAZARD LAMPS MAY NOT OPERATE ON ATTACHED TRAILERS
    Defect
    It has been identified that if the vehicle's ignition switch is off and the hazard lights are on they will not illuminate on any trailer attached to the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a sub-harness.

  17. Fuel filler tube may rust and leak

    Reported June 2, 2006Model years 2000–2004DVSA recall R/2006/03927,869 vehicles affected

    Rust around the fuel filler tube mounting bracket may form a hole, allowing fuel to leak during refuelling. The filler tube will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    There is a possibility that the fuel tank filler tube may rust around the mounting bracket. This may create a small hole through progression of rust and fuel may leak during the refuelling process.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the fuel filler tube replaced.

  18. Timing chain tensioner may fail

    Reported June 23, 2004Model years 1999–2002DVSA recall R/2004/0896,002 vehicles affected

    A defective tensioner could jam the timing chain, causing the engine to stall or fail to start. It could also reduce braking assistance if the vacuum pump drive fails. The chain guide and tensioner will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY THAT THE SPROCKET BOLT AT THE REAR SIDE OF THE CAMSHAFT COULD BREAK
    Defect
    The timing chain tensioner may become defective which can result in the timing chain jamming. Should this occur the engine may stall or fail to start. The condition may also result in the camshaft turning in a non-uniform fashion which could lead to the failure of the vacuum pump drive and a reduction in braking assistance.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the camshaft chain guide and tensioner replaced.

  19. Engine sensors may cause stalling or prevent restart

    Reported December 8, 2003Model years 1999–2002DVSA recall R/2003/170447,324 vehicles affected

    A fault with the engine angle and position sensors could cause the engine to stall or prevent it from restarting. The sensors will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY STALL
    Defect
    A concern has been identified with the engine angle and position sensors of the engine management system If ignored it could cause the engine to stall and/or make it not possible to restart
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace sensors.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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