2014 Nissan Leaf Recalled Over Potential Inverter Issue

Jun 27, 2014 01:14 PM EDT | Matt Mercuro

Nissan North America is recalling 2014 Nissan Leaf electric cars because the inverter may fail.

The issue could cause the vehicle to shut down, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

No injuries, crashes or fatalities have occurred because of the issue, according to Nissan spokesman Steve Yaeger, who spoke with Edmunds.

"Due to a problem with the motor control circuit board, the inverter may fail, causing the vehicle to shut down," said NHTSA in its summary of the issue. "An unexpected vehicle shut down increases the risk of a crash."

On May 5, the automaker ordered a "dealer quality hold" on all vehicles affected by the issue.

No other Infiniti or Nissan vehicles are affected by the recall, according to Nissan.

The automaker is busy alerting dealers around the country to inspect all affected models and replace the inverter if necessary.

All repairs will be made, free of charge.

Affected Leafs were manufactured from April 15, 2014 through April 24, 2014.

Vehicles manufactured after April 24 "remained within Nissan's control at the plant," the automaker told federal safety regulators today.

Leaf vehicles manufactured before April 15 are not affected by the recall, according to Nissan.

Approximately 196 vehicles are affected by the recall.

Nissan said the recall will begin on July 7.

Owners with more questions about the recall can reach Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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