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Nissan X-Trail safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Nissan X-Trail since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Nissan X-Trail. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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Records analysed
19 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 19 launched 2003 to 2026
  • Most recent 10 July 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/265
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 7 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2008 2 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Nissan X-Trail?

Not every Nissan X-Trail is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Nissan X-Trail recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2003 to 2026

2008 had the most, with 2. 2026 runs to 14 September 2026. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Nissan X-Trail safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’03 1
’04 1
’05 0
’06 1
’07 0
’08 2
’09 1
’10 1
’11 0
’12 2
’13 1
’14 0
’15 1
’16 2
’17 2
’18 1
’19 0
’20 0
’21 0
’22 0
’23 0
’24 0
’25 2
’26 1

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Nissan X-Trail recall, newest first

2026 1 recall

X-TRAIL T33 Lithium Ion Battery

Launched 10 July 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/265 Manufacturer ref. R26A5

Defect
For affected vehicles the lithium-ion battery controller (LBC) on some X-Trail (T33) vehicles may not properly maintain diagnostic robustness. It has been found that these ICs may misdiagnose abnormalities and as a result the system may enter fail-safe mode during driving which restricts motor output and prohibits charging. Under certain conditions a loss of motive power may occur and the vehicle may stop while driving due to the loss of propulsion.
Remedy
Update to the Battery Management Software (BMW)
Vehicles affected
21,835 X-Trail vehicles
Built
1 Dec 2021 to 21 Apr 2026

2025 2 recalls

XTRAIL (T33) Intelligent Speed Assistance

Launched 3 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/052 Manufacturer ref. R24C5

Defect
For certain vehicles due to incorrect software calibration the Intelligent Speed Assistance may not behave as intended.
Remedy
Reconfigure the associated control units to address the issue.
Vehicles affected
187 X-Trail vehicles
Built
2 Jul 2024 to 27 Sept 2024

XTRAIL (T33) Adaptive LED Headlight

Launched 3 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/051 Manufacturer ref. R24C4

Defect
On affected vehicles the Adaptive LED Headlight (ALH) configuration may be out of specification. In this condition the ALH may not function as intended and alternate between high and low beam mode despite the presence of other vehicles.
Remedy
Update the adaptive LED headlights (ALH) control module software configuration with revised parameters.
Vehicles affected
2,246 X-Trail vehicles
Built
15 Jan 2024 to 1 Oct 2024

2018 1 recall

A non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used during previous recall to replace this component

Launched 17 August 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/100 Manufacturer ref. PG8BA / PS8B0

Defect
In 2013 Nissan announced a Recall campaign to replace Takata SPI front passenger airbag inflators. A non-dessicated passenger airbag inflator was used for the replacement. Although there have been no known incidents associated with inflators of this type Nissan has decided to replace all inflators previously repaired with a non-dessicated inflator to a new dessicated version.
Remedy
Replace the front passenger airbag inflator with a new dessicated type.
Vehicles affected
27,623 across everything the recall covers
Built
10 Jan 2004 to 28 Nov 2012
Also covers

2017 2 recalls

Replace airbag inflators checked but not replaced under previous recall R/2015/093

Launched 11 December 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/279 Manufacturer ref. PG7BO PS7B2 R1723

Defect
The air bag inflators on affected vehicles were previously checked and deemed to be serviceable. As a precautionary measure the manufacturer has decided to replace them with new assemblies.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly.
Vehicles affected
39,318 across everything the recall covers
Built
10 Jan 2004 to 28 Nov 2012
Also covers

Airbag may fail

Launched 26 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/039

Defect
The airbag manufacturer have informed Nissan of a potential concern with propellant degradation of Front Passenger Airbag fitted with Smokeless Passenger Inflator (SPI). It has been confirmed that this degradation is a function of time temperature and environmental moisture. Deterioration of the Inflator propellant may under certain usage conditions lead to abnormal deployment of the Passenger Airbag. In an extreme situation this condition could create excessive pressure within the inflator during airbag deployment and may result in separation of the airbag housing.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the front passenger airbag module with a new quality controlled item.
Vehicles affected
9 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 Jun 2000 to 28 Aug 2001
Also covers

2016 2 recalls

Back doors / hatchback may be unsupported when open

Launched 31 August 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/081 Manufacturer ref. TBA

Defect
The paint coating applied to the back door gas stay does not comply with the design requirement for anti-corrosion. Therefore the outer tube of the gas stay may corrode and crack resulting in the loss of the pressurised gas inside the gas stay. In this condition the gas stay would be unable to support the opening of the back door allowing it to drop on the vehicle user.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the back door gas stay.
Vehicles affected
4,377 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2014 to 25 Dec 2015
Also covers

Rear oxygen sensor may fail

Launched 25 July 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/157 Manufacturer ref. A36/C13/F15/J11/T32

Defect
If an electrical short occurs in the supply to the rear oxygen sensor the senor will fail but the driver will not see an immediate warning. A MIL warning may display after continued driving depending on driving/vehicle characteristics.
Remedy
Reprogram the ECU to display a warning if the rear oxygen sensor fails.
Vehicles affected
7,393 across everything the recall covers
Built
10 Apr 2015 to 7 Jun 2016

2015 1 recall

Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly

Launched 16 November 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/093

Defect
The manufacturer has identified that a potential air leak at the passenger airbag inflators which may allow moisture to enter the airbag inflator causing the propellant in the inflator units to deteriorate. Deterioration of the propellant may lead to abnormal deployment of the passenger airbag. In an extreme situation this may result in separation of the airbag housing during deployment causing injury to occupants.
Remedy
Inspect air bag assembly and where required replace air bag inflator
Vehicles affected
99,525 across everything the recall covers
Built
10 Jan 2004 to 30 Mar 2007
Also covers

2013 1 recall

Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly

Launched 22 April 2013 DVSA recall R/2013/050 Manufacturer ref. PG3B7 / PS3B2

Defect
The subject vehicles are equipped with front passenger airbag inflators which could have been assembled with improperly manufactured propellant wafers. Improperly manufactured propellant wafers could cause the inflator to rupture and the front passenger airbag to deploy abnormally in a crash. This could result in increased risk of injury to the occupant and the possibility of a fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary replace the airbag inflator module.
Vehicles affected
59,008 across everything the recall covers
Built
2 Jul 2001 to 25 Dec 2003
Also covers

2012 2 recalls

Engine insulation may rest on turbocharger

Launched 22 October 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/105 Manufacturer ref. R1219

Defect
The engine bay insulation for right hand drive vehicles equipped with 2.0 l diesel engine (M9R) engine may have insufficient clearance from the turbocharger. In extreme cases this may cause the insulation to smoulder due to the high temperature of the turbocharger.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit an additional bracket to position the engine bay insulation away from the turbocharger.
Vehicles affected
14,025 X-Trail vehicles
Built
21 Dec 2006 to 27 Apr 2012

Power steering assistance may fail

Launched 23 January 2012 DVSA recall R/2011/159 Manufacturer ref. PG1B5 & R1112

Defect
It has been established that the casting for the heat sink on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control unit may be out of specification. In extreme cases this can cause a failure of the EPS motor which will illuminate a warning light on the dash. Whilst directional control is not affected it is possible that the driver will experience a sudden loss of power assistance.
Remedy
Recall all affect vehicles and replace the EPS control unit.
Vehicles affected
2,693 across everything the recall covers
Built
6 Aug 2010 to 12 Aug 2011
Also covers

2010 1 recall

If deployed the airbag may endanger passenger

Launched 14 July 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/077 Manufacturer ref. R1020

Defect
The combustion rate of the airbag propellant may be too fast causing excessive internal pressure in the inflator during airbag deployment. In an extreme case the inflator casing may rupture leading to a scattering of metal fragments.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger airbag assembly.
Vehicles affected
4 across everything the recall covers
Built
23 Oct 2000 to 31 May 2001
Also covers

2009 1 recall

Loss of steering

Launched 23 November 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/106 Manufacturer ref. PG9AC & R0906

Defect
The cover screw securing the pinion shaft may loosen causing noise during steering operation. Continued use in this condition could result in the screw coming out of the gear housing and in certain circumstances cause a loss of steering control.
Remedy
Recall the potentially affected vehicles to fit a locking plate to the cover screw that secures the pinion shaft.
Vehicles affected
58,342 across everything the recall covers
Built
24 Nov 2006 to 14 Jul 2009
Also covers

2008 2 recalls

Potential loss of steering

Launched 23 June 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/061

Defect
It has been identified that the possibility exists that a needle bearing has been omitted from the steering shaft. Additionally the cover screw may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This may result in the cover screw becoming loose initiating free play and noise within the steering system. Ultimately steering control may be lost.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the steering gear inspected. The steering gear will be replaced should this be found to be necessary.
Vehicles affected
9,362 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Mar 2007 to 30 Jun 2007
Also covers

Hazard lamps may not operate on attached trailers

Launched 23 June 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/060

Defect
It has been identified that if the vehicle's ignition switch is off and the hazard lights are on they will not illuminate on any trailer attached to the vehicle.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a sub-harness.
Vehicles affected
4,309 X-Trail vehicles
Built
1 Mar 2007 to 30 Apr 2008

2006 1 recall

Fuel may leak

Launched 2 June 2006 DVSA recall R/2006/039

Defect
There is a possibility that the fuel tank filler tube may rust around the mounting bracket. This may create a small hole through progression of rust and fuel may leak during the refuelling process.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the fuel filler tube replaced.
Vehicles affected
27,869 X-Trail vehicles
Built
1 Jun 2000 to 23 Nov 2004

2004 1 recall

Possibility that the sprocket bolt at the rear side of the camshaft could break

Launched 23 June 2004 DVSA recall R/2004/089

Defect
The timing chain tensioner may become defective which can result in the timing chain jamming. Should this occur the engine may stall or fail to start. The condition may also result in the camshaft turning in a non-uniform fashion which could lead to the failure of the vacuum pump drive and a reduction in braking assistance.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the camshaft chain guide and tensioner replaced.
Vehicles affected
3,001 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jul 1999 to 1 Dec 2002
Also covers

2003 1 recall

Engine may stall

Launched 8 December 2003 DVSA recall R/2003/170 Manufacturer ref. r3022

Defect
A concern has been identified with the engine angle and position sensors of the engine management system If ignored it could cause the engine to stall and/or make it not possible to restart
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace sensors.
Vehicles affected
111,831 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 1999 to 30 Sept 2002
Also covers

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 19 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Nissan X-Trail. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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