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Nissan Micra Recall Check

Check any UK-registered Nissan Micra for outstanding manufacturer safety recalls in seconds. £1.99 per check, no subscription.

  • · Just enter the UK number plate — no VIN, no account needed
  • · Official DVSA + SMMT data, combined for maximum coverage
  • · Recall description included where available
  • · £1.99 per check · No subscription · Results in seconds

Start your recall check

Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.

What our Nissan Micra recall check covers

Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.

DVSA database

The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.

SMMT manufacturer feed

Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.

DVLA recall archive

Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.

Search the full DVLA recall archive →

Why check a Nissan Micra for recalls?

Recall campaigns for the Nissan Micra can span multiple model years, and because used Nissan vehicles change keeper often, recall letters issued to the original owner don't always reach the current driver. A combined DVSA + SMMT check confirms whether any outstanding safety work is on file against the VIN; if it is, an authorised Nissan dealer will carry out the repair free of charge regardless of age or ownership history.

Notable Nissan Micra recalls

A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.

  1. 2020 · Micra, Note, Qashqai, X-Trail, Navara

    Ongoing Takata airbag inflator replacement programme covering multiple Nissan model years across the UK fleet.

Nissan Micra recall history from the DVLA archive

DVLA-recorded safety recalls affecting the Nissan Micra. Showing the most recent 20 matching entries — run a check on a specific registration to confirm whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Jun 2023MICRAIn certain vehicles should the driver s seat be set in the position where it coincides with a design feature in the upper rail it may in certain conditions exceed the stress limits of the rail material.
Oct 2019MICRATHE MASSES APPLIED ON THE VIN LABEL MAY BE INCORRECT
Sept 2019MICRATHE PASSENGER AIR BAG MAY DEVELOP A TEAR DURING DEPLOYMENT
Mar 2018MICRAFRONT WHEEL HUB MAY NOT BE MANUFACTURED TO CORRECT SPECIFICATION
Aug 2017MICRAIGNITION SWITCH WIRING HARNESS INSECURE
Feb 2016MICRAENGINE MAY STALL AND/OR FAIL TO RESTART
Aug 2015MICRALOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
Aug 2015MICRAENGINE PUSH START SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION
Apr 2015MICRAUNEXPECTED ACCELERATION MAY OCCUR
Feb 2015MICRADRIVER AIRBAG MAY FRACTURE DURING DETONATION
May 2013MICRASTEERING WHEEL FIXING BOLT MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED CORRECTLY
May 2013MICRABRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED
Apr 2012MICRAFUEL MAY LEAK
Nov 2010MICRAENGINE MAY STALL & FAIL TO RESTART
Apr 2009MICRAAIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
Feb 2005MICRADOOR MAY OPEN DURING DRIVING
May 2003MICRASteering wheel retaining bolt may loosen.
Mar 2003MICRADRIVERS SEAT WALK-IN DEVICE CONCERN
Nov 1994MICRACRACKING OF FLOOR ADJACENT TO HANDBRAKE MOUNTING POINTS.
Oct 1993MICRAINSUFFICIENT SECURITY OF THE FUEL FILLER HOSE TO TUBE JOINT

What you get

Every Nissan check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.

Action required

Outstanding recall on this vehicle

1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.

Vehicle

AB21ABC

Nissan Micra

VIN ABCDE123456F78910

Recall details

  • AIRBAG REPLACEMENT

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

No recall outstanding

No outstanding recalls for this vehicle

Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.

Vehicle

CD22XYZ

Nissan Micra

VIN ZYXWV987654U32109

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

How it works

  1. 1

    Enter your VRM

    Type the UK registration of the vehicle you want to check.

  2. 2

    Pay £1.99

    Single payment. No subscription, no account needed to start.

  3. 3

    Get instant recall status

    Combined DVSA + SMMT result appears in seconds and is emailed to you.

One price, every vehicle

Pay as you go

£1.99

per check

No subscription. No account needed to start. Refund issued if a recall status can't be returned.

Frequently asked questions

How does the RecallClear Nissan Micra recall check work?+

Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Nissan Micra vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.

What is the difference between DVSA and SMMT recall data?+

DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.

How recent is the recall data?+

Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.

What happens if the recall status is "Unknown"?+

Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.

What should I do if a recall is outstanding?+

Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.

Do I need an account to run a check?+

No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.

Prefer to check directly with the manufacturer?

Nissan maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.

Open the official Nissan recall portal →