2022 Nissan Leaf
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
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
65% of complaints: electrical system — 57 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY19% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 17 distinct reports on file.
CRASH10% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH9% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to work properly causing her to crash into the vehicle in front.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240703
I was driving on the highway when the car in front of me applied their breaks - I took my foot off of the accelerator but the car did not slow down. I applied the breaks but they did not work - in fact, the car seemed to accelerate.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230926
The E-pedal was on. Trying to park car and it jumped the curb when it lurched forward and brakes would not engage so I had to hit a tree to stop the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220426
7% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The Owner's Manual instructions for defroster operation are incorrect, and may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions.
Remedy: Nissan will mail an addendum with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 23V048000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The vehicle may accelerate unintentionally if the driving mode is changed ("D" to "B"; e-Pedal "On"; or "ECO" mode) after disengaging the cruise control.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 23V494000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2022 LEAF vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Campaign 24V071000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LEAF vehicles equipped with a Level 3 quick charging port. The lithium-ion battery may overheat during Level 3 charging.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use Level 3 quick charging until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the battery software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's Customer Service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 25V655000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Nissan Leaf — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (57 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V048000 (equipment, visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V494000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V071000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V655000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Nissan Leaf reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Nissan Leaf is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Leaf?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 65% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Nissan Leaf have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.