2010 Nissan Leaf
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 95 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 81 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 107 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2019 | 250 |
| 2020 | 158 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 88 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 (NA) NISSAN LEAF. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHOOK AND VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. AFTER RELEASING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ERRONEOUSLY ACCELLERATE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160818
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Nissan Leaf — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Nissan Leaf reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Leaf?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Nissan Leaf have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.