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Nissan Leaf ZE1
Charge Port Lock Gear Replacement Kit
Stop the lock failure.
Fix it right. Fix it once.
Fix it right. Fix it once.
Broken internal gears are the #1 cause of charge port lock failures on the Nissan Leaf ZE1. This kit replaces the exact gears that fail — with a stainless steel upgrade that outlasts the originals.
Replaces OEM
253E0‑5SH0C / 253E0‑5SH1C
Shipping & Delivery
Made in Sweden
Designed, manufactured, and quality-checked in Sweden.
EU Stock
Ships directly from Sweden — no customs delays or import fees within EU.
3–5 Working Days
Typical delivery time within Europe after dispatch.
The Problem
Three gears. One failure point.
The charge port actuator on the Nissan Leaf ZE1 houses three small plastic gears driven by a DC motor. Over time these gears crack and strip, causing the lock to fail mid-cycle — leaving the charger stuck in or preventing it from locking at all.
← Red arrows indicate the three gears replaced by this kit
Key Features
Precision Fit
Direct drop-in replacement for the OEM locking gears — no modification needed.
Stainless Steel
Upgraded from brittle factory plastic — handles repeated cycling without fatigue.
Cost-Effective
A fraction of a dealership repair cost. Fix the root cause, not just the symptom.
DIY-Friendly
Straightforward installation with a full step-by-step video tutorial available.
Compatibility
Nissan Leaf — ZE1 Generation
Direct replacement for OEM parts 253E0‑5SH0C and 253E0‑5SH1C.
If your charge port lock is failing to engage or release, this kit addresses the root cause.
If your charge port lock is failing to engage or release, this kit addresses the root cause.
Material Upgrade
Stainless Steel — Not Plastic
Factory gears crack under repeated load. Our replacements are stainless steel —
significantly stronger and more wear-resistant for long-term reliability.
The kit also includes high-performance grease for reassembly.
What's in the Box
- ✓ 3× stainless steel replacement gears for the ZE1 charge port lock actuator
- ✓ High-performance grease (10g) for reassembly lubrication
- ✓ Replacement screw
- ✓ Direct OEM-spec fitment — replaces 253E0‑5SH0C / 253E0‑5SH1C
- ✓ Link to step-by-step YouTube installation tutorial
Watch the Installation Tutorial
Step-by-step repair walkthrough — before you buy or during install.