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UK Vehicle Recall Check

Nissan X-Trail Recall Check

Check any UK-registered Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail for recalls?

Recall campaigns for the Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail recall history from the DVLA archive

DVLA-recorded safety recalls affecting the Nissan X-Trail. Showing the most recent 18 matching entries — run a check on a specific registration to confirm whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Mar 2025X-TRAILXTRAIL (T33) Adaptive LED Headlight
Mar 2025X-TRAILXTRAIL (T33) Intelligent Speed Assistance
Aug 2018X-TRAILA NON-DESSICATED PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR WAS USED DURING PREVIOUS RECALL TO REPLACE THIS COMPONENT
Dec 2017X-TRAILREPLACE AIRBAG INFLATORS CHECKED BUT NOT REPLACED UNDER PREVIOUS RECALL R/2015/093
Jun 2017X-TRAILAIRBAG MAY FAIL
Aug 2016X-TRAILBACK DOORS / HATCHBACK MAY BE UNSUPPORTED WHEN OPEN
Jul 2016X-TRAILREAR OXYGEN SENSOR MAY FAIL
Nov 2015X-TRAILPASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Apr 2013X-TRAILPASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Oct 2012X-TRAILENGINE INSULATION MAY REST ON TURBOCHARGER
Jan 2012X-TRAILPOWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL
Jul 2010X-TRAILIF DEPLOYED THE AIRBAG MAY ENDANGER PASSENGER
Nov 2009X-TRAILLOSS OF STEERING
Jun 2008X-TRAILPOTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING
Jun 2008X-TRAILHAZARD LAMPS MAY NOT OPERATE ON ATTACHED TRAILERS
Jun 2006X-TRAILFUEL MAY LEAK
Jun 2004X-TRAILPOSSIBILITY THAT THE SPROCKET BOLT AT THE REAR SIDE OF THE CAMSHAFT COULD BREAK
Dec 2003X-TRAILENGINE MAY STALL

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 X-Trail

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 X-Trail

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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 →