repaired · 2026 Q3
Module: software
Risk. A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
2022 Nissan LeafProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 97 owner complaints about the 2022 Nissan Leaf, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-655 the manufacturer reports only 37% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Nissan Leaf has problems
97 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
63Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
20Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
11Power train1 crash/fire/injury
8Service brakes5 crash/fire/injury
7Engine
3Forward collision avoidance
3Vehicle speed control
2Visibility/wiper
1Exterior lighting
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 63 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 20 | 1 |
| Power train | 11 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 5 |
| Engine | 7 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2022 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.
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
2022 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
'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 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.
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System), and the dealer was contacted. The contact informed the dealer that the recall repair was required to prevent the warranty from being voided. The vehicle was taken to the…
Vehicle experienced total electrical propulsion loss while driving on a public highway and had to be towed. Dealer diagnosis confirmed Diagnostic Trouble Code P33ED-00 per Nissan Bulletin NTB26-032. This is related to the open federal battery recall R25C8; the recall remedy failed. Nissan…
I am submitting this complaint regarding a manufacturer‑performed recall on my 2022 Nissan LEAF that resulted in a complete loss of charging capability immediately after Nissan applied its software update. Prior to the recall, the vehicle operated normally and had no charging issues. Following the…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.