2025–2026 Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier, Nissan Kicks +more: Latches/locks/linkages recall
NHTSA campaign 26V023000 · 26K units potentially affected · filed Jan 20, 2026
What's wrong
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."
Why it matters
A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V023000
- Manufacturer no.
- PD185, PMA61
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Units affected
- 26,432
- Report received
- Jan 20, 2026
- Owner letters
- Mar 13, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Nissan Altima 2025
- Nissan Frontier 2025, 2026
- Nissan Kicks 2026
- Nissan Sentra 2025