Nissan Almera recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 12 safety recalls naming the Nissan Almera, launched from 2000 to 2018. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Nissan Almera recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 12
- 2000 to 2018
- Latest recall
- 17 August 2018
- R/2018/100
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Nissan Almera recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
A NON-DESSICATED PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR WAS USED DURING PREVIOUS RECALL TO REPLACE THIS COMPONENT
R/2018/100, launched 17 August 2018, 27,623 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Navara, Patrol, Terrano, Tino, X-Trail
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.
REPLACE AIRBAG INFLATORS CHECKED BUT NOT REPLACED UNDER PREVIOUS RECALL R/2015/093
R/2017/279, launched 11 December 2017, 39,318 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Navara, Patrol, Terrano, Tino, X-Trail
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.
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2015/093, launched 16 November 2015, 99,525 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Navara, Patrol, Terrano, X-Trail
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
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2013/050, launched 22 April 2013, 59,008 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Navara, Patrol, Terrano, X-Trail
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.
THE FRONT LOWER PORTION OF THE SEAT COVER CAN BECOME DETACHED
R/2004/179, launched 1 December 2004, 5,665 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Tino
Defect: It is possible that the front lower portion of the cover on the front seat can become detached from its position. This can leave exposed a sharp metal edge on the seat base. This may cause injury or damage to the occupants hand when accessing the storage compartment or during seat adjustment.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and re-fit the cover with a modified fastener.
POSSIBILITY THAT THE SPROCKET BOLT AT THE REAR SIDE OF THE CAMSHAFT COULD BREAK
R/2004/089, launched 23 June 2004, 3,001 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the X-Trail
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.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2003/170, launched 8 December 2003, 111,831 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Primera, Tino, X-Trail
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.
REAR SIDE SEAT BELT OUTER BUCKLE MAY BREAK
R/2003/052, launched 29 May 2003, 16,350 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Tino
Defect: The rear side seatbelt outer buckle may be of a material which has been incorrectly treated. The buckle may break in service. The seat belt would no longer offer a restraining facility
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace buckle with modified type
POSSIBLE DEFLATION OF FRONT LEFT HAND TYRE
R/2002/151, launched 26 November 2002, 2,758 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Primera
Defect: A conveyor used during vehicle manufacturing may have damaged the front left hand tyre. In extreme cases the damage could lead to possible deflation of the affected tyre.
Remedy: Examine tyre for damage and replace where necessary.
PARKING BRAKE MAY SELF RELEASE
R/2001/155, launched 25 February 2002, 19,240 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The parking brake may not be able to be securely set due to misalignment of the ratchet and pawl teeth. In the worst case the parking brake may self release.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement parking brake assembly.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2001/154, launched 29 January 2002, 40,455 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Primera
Defect: A concern has been identified affecting 1.5 1.6 and 1.8 petrol engine crankshaft and camshaft position sensors (a common part). An internal failure of the component may cause the engine to stall and not restart.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement crankshaft and camshaft position sensor.
SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
R/2000/115, launched 1 December 2000, 761 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The side air bag satellite sensor may be incorrectly programmed. In the event of a collision the air bag may not deploy.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and re-programme sensor.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Nissan Almera, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Nissan dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.