KNOWN FAULT · Nissan

A front door will not open from inside or outside although the handles and latch are fine (Leaf of 2018–2021)

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Engine / equipment: Front door latch and its stiffener: Nissan Leaf (ZE1)
Period mentioned: 2018–2021
Symptoms: One or both front doors will not open with the inside or outside handle, although the handles, cables and latch work and the door is not damaged.
Possible cause described: According to Nissan bulletin NTB18-042b (USA, January 2021) for the 2018–2021 Leaf ZE1 (and other models), the gap between the latch lever and the stiffener tab must be inspected and adjusted following the bulletin’s steps (simply bending the tab is not enough).
Check for the garage: Ask the garage to adjust the latch gap as the bulletin describes before replacing handles or latches.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Ask the garage to adjust the latch gap as the bulletin describes before replacing handles or latches.

What are the symptoms?

One or both front doors will not open with the inside or outside handle, although the handles, cables and latch work and the door is not damaged.

Which cars and years does it affect?

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