Nissan recalls 2026 Kicks and Sentra for front seat welding defect
Nissan recall: 2026 Kicks and Sentra affected by seat welding issue
Nissan recalls 2026 Kicks and Sentra for front seat welding defect
Nissan recalls 15 vehicles from 2026 model year due to insufficient laser welding in front seat frames, posing safety risks. Learn about affected models and free repairs.
2026-03-24T07:07:27+03:00
2026-03-24T07:07:27+03:00
2026-03-24T07:07:27+03:00
Nissan North America has announced a recall affecting 15 vehicles from the 2026 model year—specifically the Nissan Kicks and Nissan Sentra. This campaign is registered with the NHTSA under number 26V145 and carries the internal code PMA64.The IssueOn some vehicles, the laser welding depth in the front seat frame's hook bracket is insufficient. This could cause the front seat to become loose and fail to meet the requirements of federal standards FMVSS No. 207 ("Seating Systems") and No. 210 ("Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages"). In a crash, such a seat might not properly secure an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.How the Defect Was FoundOn December 21, 2025, during a routine inspection at a supplier's facility, slow movement of the seatback recline mechanism and unusual noise were detected. Further analysis revealed the root cause: insufficient depth in the laser welding of the seatback adjustment bracket. Out of 26 inspected assemblies, 8 showed the same issue, and a total of 15 suspect parts could have reached Nissan. On February 25, 2026, Nissan initiated a quality hold for dealers, and by March 5, the company decided on a voluntary recall. Nissan emphasizes that no warranty claims, accidents, or injuries related to this problem have been reported.Affected VehiclesThe recall covers 10 Nissan Kicks from the 2026 model year, manufactured on December 22, 2025, and 5 Nissan Sentra from the 2026 model year, produced between December 20, 2025, and January 3, 2026. The estimated defect rate is 100%, as all these vehicles are equipped with the specific batch of seats in question.What Will Be DoneDealers will replace the complete front seat assemblies free of charge for owners. Owner notifications are set to begin on May 1, 2026, and VINs are available for checking starting March 13.
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Nissan recall: 2026 Kicks and Sentra affected by seat welding issue
Nissan recalls 15 vehicles from 2026 model year due to insufficient laser welding in front seat frames, posing safety risks. Learn about affected models and free repairs.
Michael Powers, Editor
Nissan North America has announced a recall affecting 15 vehicles from the 2026 model year—specifically the Nissan Kicks and Nissan Sentra. This campaign is registered with the NHTSA under number 26V145 and carries the internal code PMA64.
The Issue
On some vehicles, the laser welding depth in the front seat frame's hook bracket is insufficient. This could cause the front seat to become loose and fail to meet the requirements of federal standards FMVSS No. 207 ("Seating Systems") and No. 210 ("Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages"). In a crash, such a seat might not properly secure an occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
How the Defect Was Found
On December 21, 2025, during a routine inspection at a supplier's facility, slow movement of the seatback recline mechanism and unusual noise were detected. Further analysis revealed the root cause: insufficient depth in the laser welding of the seatback adjustment bracket. Out of 26 inspected assemblies, 8 showed the same issue, and a total of 15 suspect parts could have reached Nissan. On February 25, 2026, Nissan initiated a quality hold for dealers, and by March 5, the company decided on a voluntary recall. Nissan emphasizes that no warranty claims, accidents, or injuries related to this problem have been reported.
Affected Vehicles
The recall covers 10 Nissan Kicks from the 2026 model year, manufactured on December 22, 2025, and 5 Nissan Sentra from the 2026 model year, produced between December 20, 2025, and January 3, 2026. The estimated defect rate is 100%, as all these vehicles are equipped with the specific batch of seats in question.
What Will Be Done
Dealers will replace the complete front seat assemblies free of charge for owners. Owner notifications are set to begin on May 1, 2026, and VINs are available for checking starting March 13.
