NHTSA recall 14V263000
Hybrid propulsion system › Inverter
Nissan Leaf
Reported May 16, 2014196 vehicles affectedNissan North America, Inc.Built Apr 15, 2014 – Apr 24, 2014
The defect
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Nissan LEAF vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, through April 24, 2014. Due to a problem with the motor control circuit board, the inverter may fail, causing the vehicle shut down.
The risk
An unexpected vehicle shut down increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inverter, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.