NHTSA Issues Recall for Nissan Cars Due to Fire Hazard from Rapid Charging Batteries
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 03 2025
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
NHTSA Recall Announcement: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a safety recall for certain 2021-2022 Nissan LEAF vehicles due to a fire risk associated with the Level 3 quick charging battery.
Remedy and Stock Impact: Nissan will provide a free battery software update to address the issue, and vehicle owners are advised to refrain from using Level 3 charging until the update is completed. Following the announcement, Nissan's stock closed at $4.73, reflecting a 2.27% decrease.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
