Front member missing welds/fmvss 208, 305
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 leaf vehicles manufactured february 28, 2014, through march 12, 2014. the front structural member assembly may be missing welds, which could reduce the structural integrity of the vehicle if the vehicle is involved in a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection," and 305, "electric-powered vehicles: electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection."
Safety Consequence
Missing welds may effect the vehicle's integrity in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect to see if any of the welds are missing. any vehicle missing welds will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on june 2, 2014. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 14V192000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V192000?
NHTSA recall 14V192000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 16, 2014. It addresses: Front member missing welds/fmvss 208, 305. The recall affects approximately 211 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V192000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.