Nissan Leaf recalls and problems
20 recalls and 1,125 owner complaints for 16 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
20
Complaints
1,125
Crashes reported
67
Fires reported
13
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Nissan Leaf by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Leaf | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 Leaf | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Leaf | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Leaf | 3 | 23 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 Leaf | 4 | 98 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 Leaf | 4 | 59 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 Leaf | 6 | 168 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Leaf | 5 | 261 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 Leaf | 4 | 68 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 Leaf | 2 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Leaf | 4 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 Leaf | 4 | 111 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 Leaf | 6 | 34 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 Leaf | 5 | 81 | 11 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2012 Leaf | 0 | 57 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 Leaf | 0 | 95 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Most reported Nissan Leaf problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 538 | |
| Service Brakes | 234 | |
| Unknown or Other | 165 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 139 | |
| Air Bags | 90 | |
| Power Train | 67 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 59 | |
| Engine | 50 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 41 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 40 |
All Nissan Leaf recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-425 | Jul 1, 2026 | 2026 | Seat Belts | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 26V-188 | Mar 25, 2026 | 2026 | Park outsideElectrical System | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 25V-655 | Sep 30, 2025 | 2021–2022 | Electrical System | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 24V-700 | Sep 19, 2024 | 2019–2020 | Electrical System | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 24V-071 | Feb 2, 2024 | 2018–2022 | Back Over Prevention | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 23V-494 | Jul 17, 2023 | 2018–2023 | Vehicle Speed Control | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 23V-362 | May 22, 2023 | 2023 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 23V-296 | Apr 26, 2023 | 2013–2017 | Equipment, Visibility | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 23V-048 | Feb 2, 2023 | 2018–2023 | Equipment, Visibility | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 20V-570 | Sep 22, 2020 | 2020 | Visibility | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 20V-412 | Jul 17, 2020 | 2020 | Back Over Prevention | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 19V-654 | Sep 12, 2019 | 2018–2019 | Back Over Prevention | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 17V-253 | Apr 13, 2017 | 2015–2017 | Air Bags | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 16V-436 | Jun 15, 2016 | 2016 | Air Bags, Electrical System | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 16V-244 | Apr 26, 2016 | 2013–2016 | Air Bags | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 16V-119 | Feb 29, 2016 | 2013–2015 | Service Brakes | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 14V-263 | May 16, 2014 | 2014 | Hybrid Propulsion System | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 14V-192 | Apr 16, 2014 | 2014 | Structure | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 14V-138 | Mar 25, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Electrical System, Air Bags | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| 13V-069 | Mar 1, 2013 | 2013 | Air Bags | Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, Sentra, and Infiniti JX35 vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Nissan Leaf?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2019 Nissan Leaf has the most reports (261). Check the 2019 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Nissan Leaf have?
NHTSA lists 20 safety recalls covering Nissan Leaf model years 2013–2023, 2026.
What are the most common Nissan Leaf problems?
Owners report electrical system, service brakes, unknown or other problems most often.