NHTSA Recall 26V023000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26,432 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Nissan Altima.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V023000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | PD185, PMA61 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | January 20, 2026 |
| Owner notification | March 13, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Safety risk
A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V023000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nissan Altima | 2025 |
| Nissan Frontier | 2025, 2026 |
| Nissan Kicks | 2026 |
| Nissan Sentra | 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.