Unintended acceleration
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 leaf vehicles. The vehicle may accelerate unintentionally if the driving mode is changed ("d" to "b"; e-pedal "on"; or "eco" mode) after disengaging the cruise control.
Safety Consequence
Unintentional acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (vcm), free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed august 30, 2023. owners may contact nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. nissan's number for this recall is r23a6.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 23V494000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V494000?
NHTSA recall 23V494000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on July 17, 2023. It addresses: Unintended acceleration. The recall affects approximately 66,159 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 23V494000 or the manufacturer campaign number R23A6. 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.