repaired · 2026 Q3
Module: software
Risk. A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
2019 Nissan LeafProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 261 owner complaints about the 2019 Nissan Leaf, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-700 the manufacturer reports only 35% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Nissan Leaf has problems
261 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
179Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
35Fuel/propulsion system
13Power train
12Visibility/wiper
10Service brakes
10Back over prevention
9Engine
5Vehicle speed control
3Forward collision avoidance
85 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 179 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 35 | 0 |
| Power train | 13 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 12 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 10 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 10 | 1 |
| Engine | 9 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| 5 other systems | 8 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2019 Nissan Leaf recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Vehicle speed control
Risk. Unintentional acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Other: owners/service/other manual
Risk. Reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2021 Q1
Sensing system: camera
Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Nissan.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other Leaf year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Leaf median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Nissan Leaf safety ratings
2019 Nissan LEAF 5 HB FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Nissan Leaf, and the recalls they led to.
- Pedestrian alert soundsLed to recall 22V-063
In owners' words
What Leaf owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle: 2019 Nissan Leaf S, 40 kWh, VIN [XXX], ~110,000 miles. Recall 24V-700 / R24B2 applies to this VIN. On XXX the car was towed dead to Stevens Creek Nissan, [XXX]. The dealer recommends replacement of the main EV battery. Nissan Consumer Affairs denied coverage XXX as out of warranty (case…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V700000 (Electrical System); however, the recall service failed to prevent a failure shortly after completion. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, an unknown battery warning…
Update to complaint XXX— XXX I am updating my complaint regarding Nissan LEAF recall R24B2 and the dealer’s handling of the recall remedy. On XXX I brought my 2019 Nissan LEAF to Ken Garff Nissan Salt Lake to have recall R24B2 performed. The dealer told me that performing the recall remedy could…
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