Nissan is recalling 79,755 vehicles across the U.S., specifically 2025 model-year Frontiers and Kicks, due to a malfunction that affects rear visibility. The issue involves the center information display screen, which may go blank when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. This failure prevents the rearview camera image from displaying, creating a safety hazard by reducing the driver’s visibility while backing up.
The recall was submitted by Nissan North America on May 15 to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It stems from noncompliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard that mandates working rear visibility systems on all new vehicles. A blank screen during reverse operations increases the risk of a crash, prompting the automaker to take corrective action.
To resolve the issue, Nissan dealers will perform a free software update on the affected vehicles’ center display systems. Owners will begin receiving official notification letters by mail starting July 1.
This is the latest in a series of recalls industry-wide tied to vehicle software systems, particularly display and camera malfunctions. As digital components become more integral to modern vehicle safety, automakers are increasingly addressing glitches through over-the-air updates or in-dealer reprogramming. Nissan’s prompt action underscores the industry’s heightened focus on compliance and customer safety.
