Nissan Leaf Recall R/2014/171: Loss Of Steering Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 19 Jan 2015
- Launched
- 4,474
- vehicles in the UK
- RG4BR
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Nissan recalled Leaf vehicles built between 12 February 2013 and 16 October 2014. A fail safe clip on the steering column may have become dislodged during the assembly process. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles inspect column and where necessary replace the column shaft. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A fail safe clip on the steering column may have become dislodged during the assembly process. As a result the column may not have been correctly assembled. Over a period of time and under certain conditions the column may work loose and disconnect causing a loss of steering.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL Defect: A fail safe clip on the steering column may have become dislodged during the assembly process. As a result the column may not have been correctly assembled. Over a period of time and under certain conditions the column may work loose and disconnect causing a loss of steering. Remedy: On affected vehicles inspect column and where necessary replace the column shaft.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause a loss of steering.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles inspect column and where necessary replace the column shaft.
Are You Affected?
Leaf built between 12 February 2013 and 16 October 2014 may be included. Nissan estimates 4,474 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Nissan, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Nissan.
- Book with any franchised Nissan dealer, quoting the campaign code RG4BR or the DVSA reference R/2014/171. See how to get a Nissan recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juke, Leaf, QashqaiJuke (F16) Qashqai (J12) and Leaf (ZE1) VIN Scan | Low | R/2024/234 | |
| LeafA potential concern affecting the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) logic of some vehicles has been identified whereby in specific and rare circumstances after switching off the cruise control function there is a possibility of unintended acceleration | Low | R/2023/215 | |
| Leaf, NV200The welded joint on the actuator plate within the reducer may be of poor quality and the park lock may not engage | Low | R/2020/294 | |
| LeafHeadlamp auto aim function may not operate | Book soon | R/2017/173 | |
| Juke, Leaf, Micra, NoteEngine push start switch may malfunction | Low | R/2015/133 |
This is one of 162 Nissan recalls in DVSA’s data. The Nissan recall launched before it was R/2014/157 on 8 Dec 2014, for towbar may detach. The one launched after it was R/2015/007 on 16 Feb 2015, for loss of steer. You can also see every Nissan recall, the Nissan Leaf recall history, all recalls launched in 2015 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/171, launched 19 January 2015. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.