Nissan Leaf Complaints (2022)

91 consumer complaints on file.

#11724540March 16, 2026
POWER TRAIN
The vehicle has been unable to charge at a lvl3 charger due to safety recall 25V-655 meaning I am no longer able to use this car as a daily commuter for my purpose.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11724242March 13, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The high-voltage battery on my 2022 Nissan Leaf SL+ is subject to Recall NHTSA ID: 25V-655. The recall notice states that the battery cells can develop excessive lithium deposits, which increases electrical resistance and can cause rapid battery heating during Level 3 fast charging. Nissan instructs owners not to use Level 3 charging at all until a “remedy” is available. The issue is that the remedy described by Nissan is not an actual repair of the battery defect and has been significantly delayed, with no remedy provided for the loss of use of my vehicle, due to the dangers of the battery, which is still covered by warranty. Nissan states it will install software that monitors for “state-of-charge fluctuation” and, if detected, will prevent the vehicle from restarting or recharging in order to avoid a thermal incident. This means the defect inside the battery cells is still present, and the car may disable itself if the defect begins to appear. The recall materials also state there is no warning before overheating occurs. This creates multiple safety concerns: • The underlying battery defect remains uncorrected. • The vehicle can become immobilized (unable to restart or recharge) if the software detects the condition. • Loss of Level 3 charging capability affects the ability to travel safely or plan charging when needed. • A battery fire risk exists during Level 3 charging if the defect is not detected in time. Nissan’s documents state that the software is meant only to prevent the “progression” of a thermal incident, not to repair the defective battery. I am concerned that my vehicle contains a known hazardous defect that has not been physically repaired and that the software-only response is inadequate to ensure safety. I am filing this complaint so NHTSA is aware that the remedy being offered does not address the internal battery defect itself and may leave owners exposed to continued safety and reliability risks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11723506March 11, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that while attempting to charge the vehicle, the vehicle failed to charge using the fast-charging mode. The vehicle was charged in the slow-charging mode, which took 8 hours to charge the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System). The approximate failure mileage was 18,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11722305March 5, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Recall R25C8 not resolved in a timely manner
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11721297March 1, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The high-voltage battery on my 2022 Nissan Leaf is subject to Recall 25V655. The recall notice states that the battery cells can develop excessive lithium deposits, which increases electrical resistance and can cause rapid battery heating during Level 3 fast charging. Nissan instructs owners not to use Level 3 charging at all until a “remedy” is available. The issue is that the remedy described by Nissan is not an actual repair of the battery defect. Nissan states it will install software that monitors for “state-of-charge fluctuation” and, if detected, will prevent the vehicle from restarting or recharging in order to avoid a thermal incident. This means the defect inside the battery cells is still present, and the car may disable itself if the defect begins to appear. The recall materials also state there is no warning before overheating occurs. This creates multiple safety concerns: • The underlying battery defect remains uncorrected. • The vehicle can become immobilized (unable to restart or recharge) if the software detects the condition. • Loss of Level 3 charging capability affects the ability to travel safely or plan charging when needed. • A battery fire risk exists during Level 3 charging if the defect is not detected in time. Nissan’s documents state that the software is meant only to prevent the “progression” of a thermal incident, not to repair the defective battery. I am concerned that my vehicle contains a known hazardous defect that has not been physically repaired and that the software-only response is inadequate to ensure safety. I am filing this complaint so NHTSA is aware that the remedy being offered does not address the internal battery defect itself and may leave owners exposed to continued safety and reliability risks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11720991February 27, 2026
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I bought my vehicle used, in May 2025. Then, in October (if not earlier), a safety recall was issued relating to the fast charging of the EV battery. This recall tells me that I’m not to use the CHAdeMO charging port due to battery fire risk. Now, almost 6 months later, there still isn’t a remedy available. Not being able to fast charge puts a huge restriction on where I’m able to go in my car. NO ONE wants to sit around for hours waiting for their car battery to recharge in order to get to their destination. I have contacted Nissan’s corporate office to ask if they would offer me a loaner vehicle for my longer distance drives, but they said no and didn’t have any other assistance to offer until the remedy is available. I would like to know, are they given any sort of deadline to remedy such a HUGE safety recall, or what most people would consider a DEFECT? If so, what kind of penalty do they face if this deadline isn’t met? If not, is there anything I can do to hold them accountable for selling me a defective Electric Vehicle? Thank you for your time
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11720391February 25, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that due to the recall, she was forced to rent vehicles to avoid experiencing the failure stated in the recall. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The dealer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11720242February 24, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2022 Nissan LEAF (VIN: [XXX] , approximately 24,000 miles) is subject to an active safety recall involving the high‑voltage battery and risk of fire during DC fast charging. This includes NHTSA Recall Campaign No. 25V‑655 (Nissan Recall No. R25C8), which relates to battery overheating during Level 3 (DC fast) charging. Related prior campaigns include 24V‑700 affecting similar Nissan LEAF battery systems. Nissan has instructed owners not to use Level 3 fast charging but has failed to provide a timely repair or firm remedy date. I have been waiting [X months] with no confirmed resolution. The restriction significantly limits vehicle range and usability, increases charging time, and creates ongoing inconvenience and safety concerns. Despite the seriousness of the defect, Nissan has not offered a loaner vehicle, compensation, or alternative remedy. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11718874February 18, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My 2022 Nissan Leaf (VIN ending 558192) is affected by recall R25C8 (Lithium-ion Battery Expansion / Fire Risk from Quick Charging). The recall, announced September 30, 2025, requires a software update to the battery management system. Nissan has advised not to use the CHAdeMO DC fast charging port until remedied. No remedy is currently available, and the software update has not been deployed. This defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value, and safety for its intended purpose (long-distance travel), restricting it to local driving only. The delay has caused significant loss of use. We previously contacted Nissan on October 7, 2025 (Case #55896895) with no resolution. Contacted them again February 18 2026 (Case #56332493), with no resolution. This is ongoing as of February 2026.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11718131February 15, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Received recall notice in September/October 2025 that the lithium battery of my 2022 Nissan Leaf SV Plus could catch on fire if fast charged, creating a serious safety hazard. This prevents use of car on out of town trips, or fast charging in town when needed. This puts myself and others at risk of injury by fire and limits my ability to fully use my car to the extent that I was able when I purchased it from the dealership. I continue to be informed by the dealer that a software repair is being worked on, but no date for repair availability, nor confirmation that a software repair will allow me to take the car out of town for fast charging without slowing or shutting down of the system. No warning lamps have appeared, and the dealer has not examined my car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11717231February 11, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that after attempting to recharge the Hybrid battery, the vehicle failed to maintain the charge. The low-power mode warning light was illuminated with another unknown warning light. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to parts not being available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11716695February 9, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the unrepaired recall was a huge inconvenience because only the slow charge function could be used. The manufacturer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that the remedy was not yet developed. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11714842February 1, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The high-voltage battery on my 2022 Nissan Leaf is subject to Recall 25V655. The recall notice says that the battery cells can develop excessive lithium deposits, which increases electrical resistance and can cause rapid battery heating during Level 3 fast charging. Nissan instructs owners not to use Level 3 charging at all until a “remedy” is available. The issue is that the remedy described by Nissan is not an actual repair of the battery defect. Nissan states it will install software that monitors for “state-of-charge fluctuation” and, if detected, will prevent the vehicle from restarting or recharging in order to avoid a thermal incident. This means the defect inside the battery cells is still present, and the car may disable itself if the defect begins to appear. The recall materials also state there is no warning before overheating occurs. This creates multiple safety concerns: • The underlying battery defect remains uncorrected. • The vehicle can become immobilized (unable to restart or recharge) if the software detects the condition. • Loss of Level 3 charging capability affects the ability to travel safely or plan charging when needed. • A battery fire risk exists during Level 3 charging if the defect is not detected in time. Nissan’s documents state that the software is meant only to prevent the “progression” of a thermal incident, not to repair the defective battery. I am concerned that my vehicle contains a known hazardous defect that has not been physically repaired and that the software-only response is inadequate to ensure safety. I am filing this complaint so NHTSA is aware that the remedy being offered does not address the internal battery defect itself and may leave owners exposed to continued safety and reliability risks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11713039January 23, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
The vehicle is subject to a manufacturer safety recall related to a fire risk involving the high-voltage battery system. After receiving the recall notice, I brought the vehicle to an authorized dealer for evaluation. The dealer confirmed that there is currently no permanent remedy available for this recall and no estimated timeline for when a corrective repair will be available. The vehicle was returned to me without a corrective repair being performed. Since the recall, the vehicle’s charging capability and usable driving range have been significantly reduced compared to normal operation. Fast-charging functionality is no longer reliably available, resulting in longer charging times and a materially decreased effective range. This condition persists and is not attributable to normal battery degradation or driving habits. The vehicle was purchased new in reliance on its advertised driving range and charging capability, which were necessary to meet predictable daily transportation requirements. Due to the post-recall charging limitations and reduced effective range, the vehicle can no longer be relied upon to perform as originally intended. The active safety recall restricts authorized dealers from selling, leasing, or transferring the vehicle until a permanent remedy is available. No remedy or definitive timeline has been provided. Continued operation of a vehicle subject to a fire-related recall without corrective repair, combined with reduced charging capability and range, raises concerns regarding recall adequacy, charging availability, trip completion, and continued safe operation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11713012January 23, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact was concerned that if the fast charger was used, there could potentially be a fire. The contact was pregnant and stated that the slow charger required too much time to recharge the battery. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11711798January 19, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My Nissan Leaf 2022 Electric Vehicle(VIN: [XXX] ) is subject to Safety Recall 25V-655 (Manufacturer Recall Number R25C8) dated September 30, 2025. As per the recall notice, the vehicle suffers from 'excessive lithium deposits within battery cells' which can cause 'rapid heating of the battery' and result in a battery fire. The manufacturer has officially instructed me NOT to use Level 3 Quick Charging (CHAdeMO) until a remedy is completed. This restriction substantially impairs the use and value of the vehicle, as it eliminates the ability to use the car for long-distance travel, which is its primary intended purpose. It has been over 3 months since this recall was issued, and the status remains 'Remedy not yet available.' The manufacturer has failed to provide a timely repair for this fire risk. I am currently driving a vehicle that is a known fire hazard and has restricted utility. I request an immediate resolution. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11711009January 14, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11710547January 12, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
This is related to NHTSA recall 25V-655: I am no longer able to DC fast charge my vehicle due to the recall related to charging and battery instability. This prevents me from using the car in the way that it was intended. I cannot drive more than 80 miles from my home in any direction. Less if I drive on the highway. This is not an acceptable situation for a vehicle. If a gas vehicle could not be refueled as it was designed, the vehicle would be replaced by the manufacturer. I have filed a request for buy back but the manufacturer has stated that there were not enough recalls built up on my vehicle to warrant a replacement or any compensation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11710258January 11, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
It has been months this recall has been out. I have a 2022 leaf on a car note for a year now. I barely get 50-60 miles per full charge. My car is basically useless if I cannot fast charge it which I haven’t been able to because of this recall that has had no remedy for months. I am paying for a car I can’t use to its full potential. Now I’ve noticed when my car is on 60% or less and I’m driving on the highway the battery will go from 60 something percent to 45 and drop drastically. This is a major inconvenience.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11709798January 8, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nissan has informed Leaf owners that we cannot use DCFC to charge the car, there is a danger of fire from an overheating battery. This poorly designed battery management system severely limits the distance one can travel in the car. It has become an expensive short commute vehicle! Nissan offered to "repurchase" my car. The offer had over $27K deductions for milage and repayment of my $10k lien I would have to pay Nissan $2,800 for them to take the car back! Nissan should take full responsibility for the known recall and poor engineering.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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