2013 NISSAN LEAF

5 recalls, 120 complaints - 202 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating

23V296000 Apr 26, 2023
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Defect Description
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2017 LEAF vehicles. The Owner's Manual instructions for defroster operation are incorrect and may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal... Read more
Consequence
Reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23A1.
94,343 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
16V244000 Apr 26, 2016
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect Description
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano... Read more
Consequence
If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, ... Read more
3,296,947 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
16V119000 Feb 29, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect Description
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 LEAF vehicles manufactured November 19, 2012, to July 31, 2015. During very cold temperatures, the relay inside the electronic brake booster may freeze, requiring the driver to exert more effort to slow the vehicle down.
Consequence
If the brake relay fails, longer distances or additional brake effort would be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Intelligent Brake Control Unit software, free of charge. The recall began on March 28, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
46,859 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
14V138000 Mar 25, 2014
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, model year 2013 NV200 (aka Taxi) and Infiniti JX35 and model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 and QX60 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) software may ... Read more
Consequence
If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
989,701 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
13V069000 Mar 1, 2013
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, Sentra, and Infiniti JX35 vehicles. Sensors within the passenger Occupant Detection System (ODS) may have been manufactured out of specification. This may cause the system to malfunction and permanently suppress the passenger ai... Read more
Consequence
If the vehicle is involved in a crash necessitating airbag deployment and the passenger airbag is suppressed, there may be an increased risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ODS sensors and replace them as neccessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.
82,038 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

120 total complaints 14 crashes 2 fires 4 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SERVICE BRAKES30
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM16
AIR BAGS14
UNKNOWN OR OTHER11
POWER TRAIN5
VISIBILITY/WIPER5
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM4
WHEELS4
STEERING4
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL4
POWER TRAIN Jan 13, 2025
Incident date: Jan 13, 2025
On Monday, August 5, 2024 when I started the vehicle and began driving to work I noticed upon startup the engine was clearly noticeably louder. It also made a strange bogging downshift type noise when idling. Upon driving, the noise seemed to go in and out but once reaching approximately 40mph the n... Read more
STRUCTURE Dec 12, 2024
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
The frame of our Grand Design Solitude has failed. As a result the front bedroom slide has begin to move out while towing and in turn destroyed the main bed and closet in the RV. This problem was noticed and reported to Grand Design in March of 2024. We were assured then that it was still safe to ... Read more
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING Dec 12, 2024
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
While driving down the freeway at approximately 65 mph, the front end starts violently shaking, and the steering wheel is turning back-and-forth rapidly so severe if a woman were driving, it would break her wrist. The only way you can get it to stop is to lower the speed down to below 40 mph.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 12, 2024
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
The frame of our Grand Design Solitude has failed. As a result the front bedroom slide has begin to move out while towing and in turn destroyed the main bed and closet in the RV. This problem was noticed and reported to Grand Design in March of 2024. We were assured then that it was still safe to ... Read more
SEAT BELTS May 23, 2024
Incident date: May 9, 2024
I am filing a complaint because they released this recall and are not putting any effort into finding a solution. This recall is affecting our livelyhood and should be a pretty straight forward fix. I don't understand why they released the recall at the beginning of the year and I was told by Ford t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 30, 2023
Incident date: Nov 30, 2023
Look on the original report here. “Airbag module” “If the driver airbag deploys may result in injury or death.” It’s been since May 10, 2023 and no replacement or solution.
POWER TRAIN Sep 30, 2023
Incident date: Sep 16, 2023
Transmission problem arised on/about 9/15/23 and 3,000 miles. There is a distinct shudder when shifting through lower gears, more recently, on/around 4,000 miles l, shudder is growing worse, and there is intermittent problems at highway speeds. This is very dangerous, and could cause an accident/inj... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 2, 2023
Incident date: Jun 1, 2023
I purchased this vehicle on 05/16/23, four days later the check engine light along with the ABS and traction control light came on. I took the truck to the dealership service center, after a week I was called to pick up the truck. On the way home the same lights came on again. I returned the truck t... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC May 23, 2023
Incident date: May 18, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes made an abnormal sound while the brake pedal was depressed. No warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle failed to stop immediately while the brake pedal was depressed.... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY May 12, 2023
Incident date: May 5, 2023
Since we purchased the vehicle in December, 2022, the doors have been unable to open on at least nine occasions, sometimes locking passengers in the vehicle, and sometimes locking passengers out of the vehicle. Using the remote key does not allow the doors to open, only making a clicking sound. As w... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER May 12, 2023
Incident date: May 5, 2023
My vehicle (VIN [XXX] )remains listed as subject to a recall on the NHTSA website even though the remedy/repair was executed on April 3, 2023 by an authorized dealer/service center: Nissan of Downtown LA. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
ENGINE Apr 24, 2023
Incident date: Apr 1, 2022
I own a 2013 Ford Escape with EcoBoost. I bought it used about 6 years ago and it has been problematic from the start. First the engine coolant and engine light kept coming on with no noticeable leak, had it checked at Auto Zone was told it was the engine coolant bypass valve, had it replaced. The v... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 5, 2022
Incident date: May 7, 2013
Due to a manufacturing issue certain 2011-2019 LEAF vehicles' lithium-ion battery bonding plates may not meet Nissan internal standards and may fail. Unfortunately the recommended servicing facility does not service electric vehicles. The next nearest facility is beyond the range of the now degrade... Read more
SUSPENSION Sep 28, 2020
Incident date: Sep 17, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN LEAF. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE FRONT END STARTED SHAKING AND VIBRATING DUE TO A SUSPENSION FAILURE. UPON INSPECTION, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL WAS OUT OF POSITION. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE CONT... Read more
AIR BAGS Aug 4, 2020
Incident date: Feb 20, 2019
AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAS COME ON AND DEALER SAYS IT IS A CONTROL MODULE OR THE AIRBAG IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THEY REFUSE TO REPAIR AND I HAVE READ WHERE THIS PROBLEM IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE. LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR THE LAST YEAR AND I 'AM WORRIED IT MAY NOT ACTIVATE DURING A ACCIDENT.
AIR BAGS Dec 30, 2019
Incident date: Jul 1, 2019
IN 2017 I BROUGHT IN MY NISSAN LEAF TO BE SERVICED FOR A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE OCS SENSOR. BEFORE THEN, THE OCS SENSOR SEEMED TO BE WORKING FINE BUT I FIGURED I SHOULD PERFORM THE SERVICE FOR SAFETY. THIS LAST YEAR THE OCS SENSOR HAS STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY. NOW I HAVE A RED BLINKING LIGHT THAT W... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Oct 14, 2019
Incident date: Oct 3, 2017
THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER JUST SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING AT 40,000 MILES, THE DRIVER SIDE WORKS FINE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Sep 18, 2019
2013 NISSAN LEAF BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY AND WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING 30MPH RESULTING IN NEAR COLLISION AND POTENTIALLY SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. SPEED VERY GRADUALLY SLOWED WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED AND WAS ULTIMATELY BROUGHT TO COMPLETE STOP USING PARKING BRAKE. VEHICL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Sep 18, 2019
2013 NISSAN LEAF BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY AND WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING 30MPH RESULTING IN NEAR COLLISION AND POTENTIALLY SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. SPEED VERY GRADUALLY SLOWED WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED AND WAS ULTIMATELY BROUGHT TO COMPLETE STOP USING PARKING BRAKE. VEHICL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 19, 2019
Incident date: Sep 18, 2019
2013 NISSAN LEAF BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY AND WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING 30MPH RESULTING IN NEAR COLLISION AND POTENTIALLY SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. SPEED VERY GRADUALLY SLOWED WITH ACCELERATOR PEDAL NOT DEPRESSED AND WAS ULTIMATELY BROUGHT TO COMPLETE STOP USING PARKING BRAKE. VEHICL... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 16, 2019
Incident date: Jan 18, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN LEAF. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 40 MPH, SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT IT FAILED TO FUNCTION. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S WIFE REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT AWARE IF ANY WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS Sep 16, 2019
Incident date: Jan 18, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN LEAF. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 40 MPH, SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT IT FAILED TO FUNCTION. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S WIFE REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT AWARE IF ANY WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 11, 2019
Incident date: Sep 11, 2019
DANGEROUSLY LOW INCREASINGLY HIDEOUS BATTERY STORAGE. PURCHASED USED 2013 LEAF IN JUNE 2019. WAS ABLE TO CHARGE IT UP ROUGHLY TO 70 MILE RANGE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE. NOW, JUST 3 MONTHS LATER, IT ONLY CHARGES ONLY TO 62 MAX! WORSE YET, IT'S ONLY AN ESTIMATE. AND GOD FORBID YOU GO FASTER THAN... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 29, 2019
Incident date: Jul 29, 2019
THE INDICATORS LIGHTS CAN AND ARE BEING MANIPULATED (TURNED ON AND OFF) VIA REMOTE CONTROL ACCESS. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, ON A CITY STREET. PLEASE TEST THIS TO ASCERTAIN IF THE NISSAN VEHICLES SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHTS CAN BE MANIPULATED BY SOMEONE OTHER THAN THE DRIVER VIA REMOTE CONTROL. IT IS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 29, 2019
Incident date: Jul 29, 2019
THE INDICATORS LIGHTS CAN AND ARE BEING MANIPULATED (TURNED ON AND OFF) VIA REMOTE CONTROL ACCESS. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, ON A CITY STREET. PLEASE TEST THIS TO ASCERTAIN IF THE NISSAN VEHICLES SAFETY INDICATOR LIGHTS CAN BE MANIPULATED BY SOMEONE OTHER THAN THE DRIVER VIA REMOTE CONTROL. IT IS ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 22, 2019
Incident date: Jun 18, 2019
WHILE DRIVING ON A WARM DAY AT ABOUT 25 MILES AN HOUR ABOUT TWO MILES FROM MY HOME, MY BRAKES BECAME UNRESPONSIVE AS I APPROACHED A STOP SIGN BEHIND ANOTHER DRIVER. THE OTHER DRIVER DIDN'T STOP IN ORDER TO AVOID BEING HIT. I TRIED MULTIPLE TIMES TO USE THE BRAKE, AND THE CAR DIDN'T SLOW. BEFORE COMI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 12, 2019
Incident date: Jul 10, 2019
BATTERY CHARGED TO 55 MILE RANGE, LEFT OVERNIGHT AND DROPPED TO 39 MILES WHILE SHOWING 9 BARS. RANGE DROPS SIGNIFICANTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BATTERY RACK IS UNDER RECALL FOR A FAULTY GROUND, BUT NISSAN CLAIMS THIS WOULD NOT AFFECT THE BATTERY PACK. THE "9 BARS" IS NOT CONSISTENT WITH THIS RANGE AN... Read more
SEAT BELTS Jun 29, 2019
Incident date: Jun 24, 2019
MY NISSAN LEAF WAS EXPERIENCING A SEAT BELT NOT BUCKLED AND IT WOULD LIGHT UP WHEN NO ONE WAS SITTING IN THE SEAT. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES TO HAVE IT FIXED. THE FIRST TWO TIMES THEY RESET THE SENSOR AND IT WOULD STAY FIXED FOR 2 MONTHS. I JUST TOOK IT BACK THE 3RD TIME. THE DEALER ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 29, 2019
Incident date: Jun 24, 2019
MY NISSAN LEAF WAS EXPERIENCING A SEAT BELT NOT BUCKLED AND IT WOULD LIGHT UP WHEN NO ONE WAS SITTING IN THE SEAT. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES TO HAVE IT FIXED. THE FIRST TWO TIMES THEY RESET THE SENSOR AND IT WOULD STAY FIXED FOR 2 MONTHS. I JUST TOOK IT BACK THE 3RD TIME. THE DEALER ... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 29, 2019
Incident date: Jun 24, 2019
MY NISSAN LEAF WAS EXPERIENCING A SEAT BELT NOT BUCKLED AND IT WOULD LIGHT UP WHEN NO ONE WAS SITTING IN THE SEAT. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES TO HAVE IT FIXED. THE FIRST TWO TIMES THEY RESET THE SENSOR AND IT WOULD STAY FIXED FOR 2 MONTHS. I JUST TOOK IT BACK THE 3RD TIME. THE DEALER ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 9, 2019
Incident date: Feb 4, 2019
I FILED THIS COMPLAINT PREVIOUSLY ON 2/4/19 - CONFIRMATION # ODI 11174255. YOU SENT ME SOME FOLLOW-UP PAPERWORK, BUT I HAVE UNFORTUNATELY MISPLACED IT. ANY WAY TO RESEND THAT PAPERWORK, SO I CAN PURSUE THIS COMPLAINT?
AIR BAGS Mar 29, 2019
Incident date: Oct 20, 2016
1.PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY WHEN CAR IS ON, STATIONARY OR MOVING, REGARDLESS OF FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY. 2.AIRBAG SYSTEM LIGHT BLINKS CONTINUOUSLY WHEN CAR IS ON, STATIONARY OR MOVING, REGARDLESS OF PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY. THE LOCAL NISSAN DEALERSHIP HAS WORKED ON THE PRO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 29, 2019
Incident date: Oct 20, 2016
1.PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY WHEN CAR IS ON, STATIONARY OR MOVING, REGARDLESS OF FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY. 2.AIRBAG SYSTEM LIGHT BLINKS CONTINUOUSLY WHEN CAR IS ON, STATIONARY OR MOVING, REGARDLESS OF PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY. THE LOCAL NISSAN DEALERSHIP HAS WORKED ON THE PRO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 26, 2019
Incident date: Dec 15, 2018
I WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON A ONE-WAY STREET AT AROUND 25-30 MPH AND NEEDED TO APPLY THE BRAKES TO STOP QUICKLY. I HIT THE BRAKES WITH ALL THE FORCE I COULD WITH MY LEG---THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE AND THE CAR DID NOT STOP IN TIME. IT SEEMED LIKE SOME KIND OF WEIRD GLITCH BECAUSE I UNDERSTAND THAT THE C... Read more
Crash
WHEELS Feb 6, 2019
Incident date: Feb 6, 2019
MY CAR'S WARNING SYSTEM INDICATORS CAN BE ACCESSED AND OR TURNED ON OR OFF VIA FOREIGN KEY FOB (OR OTHER DEVICE). FOR EXAMPLE SOMEONE PASSING BY MY CAR WHILE I'M IN MOTION DRIVING ON THE STREET OR THE PARKING LOT HAS TURNED ON THE TIRE INFLATION WARNING INDICATOR FROM OUTSIDE OF MY VEHICLE USING A F... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 6, 2019
Incident date: Feb 6, 2019
MY CAR'S WARNING SYSTEM INDICATORS CAN BE ACCESSED AND OR TURNED ON OR OFF VIA FOREIGN KEY FOB (OR OTHER DEVICE). FOR EXAMPLE SOMEONE PASSING BY MY CAR WHILE I'M IN MOTION DRIVING ON THE STREET OR THE PARKING LOT HAS TURNED ON THE TIRE INFLATION WARNING INDICATOR FROM OUTSIDE OF MY VEHICLE USING A F... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 4, 2019
Incident date: Jan 31, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN LEAF. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS VERY SOFT AND TRAVELED HALFWAY TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS EVIDENT IN EXTREMELY COLD WEATHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MANCHESTER CITY NISSAN (30 TOLLAN... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Dec 11, 2018
Incident date: Dec 5, 2018
THE RIGHT WINDSHIELD WIPER JUST STOPPED WORKING
SERVICE BRAKES Nov 6, 2018
Incident date: Oct 19, 2018
BRAKE FAILURE ON A CITY STREET. THE ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROL UNIT FAILED WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION IN A STRAIGHT LINE. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT. THE HAZARD LIGHT, WARNING LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT WERE ALL ILLUMINATED. I RECYCLED POWER TO THE CAR BUT THE ERROR DID NO... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 29, 2018
Incident date: Oct 27, 2018
RED TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WILL NOT GO OUT WHEN CAR IS ON AND WHEN DRIVERS SEAT BELT IS INGAGED BOTH TRIANGLE RED LIGHT AND SEAT BELT LIGHT FLASHES ALL DOORS ARE CLOSED AND SECURE INCLUDING HATCH
STEERING Oct 29, 2018
Incident date: Oct 27, 2018
RED TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WILL NOT GO OUT WHEN CAR IS ON AND WHEN DRIVERS SEAT BELT IS INGAGED BOTH TRIANGLE RED LIGHT AND SEAT BELT LIGHT FLASHES ALL DOORS ARE CLOSED AND SECURE INCLUDING HATCH
SEAT BELTS Oct 29, 2018
Incident date: Oct 27, 2018
RED TRIANGLE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WILL NOT GO OUT WHEN CAR IS ON AND WHEN DRIVERS SEAT BELT IS INGAGED BOTH TRIANGLE RED LIGHT AND SEAT BELT LIGHT FLASHES ALL DOORS ARE CLOSED AND SECURE INCLUDING HATCH
SERVICE BRAKES May 30, 2018
Incident date: May 30, 2018
DRIVING ABOUT A MILE AWAY FROM MY HOUSE ON A LOCAL STREET THIS MORNING, I WAS APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION AT ABOUT 35 MPH, THE LIGHTS WERE ABOUT TO TURN RED, TYING TO BRAKE TO STOP...ALL THE BRAKE LIGHTS LIT UP AFTER I PUSH THE BRAKE PEDAL, BRAKE PEDAL CAME ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, CAR HAD NO BRAKE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Apr 19, 2018
Incident date: Oct 16, 2017
I DIDN'T DRIVE THE CAR FOR A FEW DAYS AND THE 12V BATTERY DIED. SO I DISCONNECTED IT FROM THE CAR AND HOOKED IT UP TO MY 12V BATTERY CHARGER. WHEN IT WAS FULLY CHARGED, I RECONNECTED IT AND STARTED THE CAR. BOTH THE YELLOW AND RED WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON AS WERE THE BRAKE, ABS, AND VDC LIGHTS. I STAR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 19, 2018
Incident date: Oct 16, 2017
I DIDN'T DRIVE THE CAR FOR A FEW DAYS AND THE 12V BATTERY DIED. SO I DISCONNECTED IT FROM THE CAR AND HOOKED IT UP TO MY 12V BATTERY CHARGER. WHEN IT WAS FULLY CHARGED, I RECONNECTED IT AND STARTED THE CAR. BOTH THE YELLOW AND RED WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON AS WERE THE BRAKE, ABS, AND VDC LIGHTS. I STAR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 19, 2018
Incident date: Oct 16, 2017
I DIDN'T DRIVE THE CAR FOR A FEW DAYS AND THE 12V BATTERY DIED. SO I DISCONNECTED IT FROM THE CAR AND HOOKED IT UP TO MY 12V BATTERY CHARGER. WHEN IT WAS FULLY CHARGED, I RECONNECTED IT AND STARTED THE CAR. BOTH THE YELLOW AND RED WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON AS WERE THE BRAKE, ABS, AND VDC LIGHTS. I STAR... Read more
AIR BAGS Mar 2, 2018
Incident date: Mar 2, 2018
POSSIBLE FAULTY AIRBAG/SEATBELT SENSOR. PASSENGER LIGHT SEATBELT AND AIRBAG LIGHT. KEEP ON FLASHING, WHILE NOONE SIT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 2, 2018
Incident date: Mar 2, 2018
POSSIBLE FAULTY AIRBAG/SEATBELT SENSOR. PASSENGER LIGHT SEATBELT AND AIRBAG LIGHT. KEEP ON FLASHING, WHILE NOONE SIT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE.
SEAT BELTS Feb 27, 2018
Incident date: Dec 26, 2017
I WAS INVOLVED IN A MVA ON 12/26 WHEN SOMEONE REAR-ENDED ME GOING ABOUT 35-40MPH WHEN I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. MY SEAT BELTS DID NOT LOCK UPON IMPACT AND I SUSTAINED A BAD WHIPLASH CAUSING NECK PAIN, BACK PAIN AND SEVERE HEADACHES. NOW I AM DIAGNOSED WITH SEIZURES CAUSED FROM THE MVA GIVING ME... Read more
Crash 1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY Feb 27, 2018
Incident date: Dec 26, 2017
I WAS INVOLVED IN A MVA ON 12/26 WHEN SOMEONE REAR-ENDED ME GOING ABOUT 35-40MPH WHEN I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. MY SEAT BELTS DID NOT LOCK UPON IMPACT AND I SUSTAINED A BAD WHIPLASH CAUSING NECK PAIN, BACK PAIN AND SEVERE HEADACHES. NOW I AM DIAGNOSED WITH SEIZURES CAUSED FROM THE MVA GIVING ME... Read more
Crash 1 injured

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2013 NISSAN LEAF

2013 Nissan Leaf 5 HB FWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Side Crash 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 10.9%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2013 NISSAN LEAF

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
Automatic (A1) (Front-Wheel Drive) 129.0 102.0 115.0 Electricity $650

CO2 Emissions: 0.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 NISSAN LEAF

202 manufacturer communications from 133 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM41
350000 EQUIPMENT26
200000 WHEELS12
100000 POWER TRAIN9
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY8
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY8
020000 SUSPENSION7
030000 BRAKES (PWS)7
NTB08-097L Sep 21, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-088D Aug 16, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
AV CONTROL UNIT EXCHANGE AND MAP SD CARD REPLACEMENT 8This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-088D Aug 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AV CONTROL UNIT EXCHANGE AND MAP SD CARD REPLACEMENT 8This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-053 Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal
NTB23-049 Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations ar
NTB13-107F Apr 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-003C Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB03-074Q Apr 5, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
HEADLAMP, FOG LAMP, OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB12-055J Mar 29, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-071C Mar 9, 2023
220000 SEATS
DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-071C Mar 9, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-145B Mar 8, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ABS/VDC CAN DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-126C Feb 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB08-097K Feb 22, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB22-100 Nov 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3G TELEMATICS HARDWARE DEACTIVATION SERVICE INFORMATION The APPLIED VEHICLES that come equipped with a factory installed SOS switch, located near the overhead map lamp, also come equipped with a wireless communication device called a
NTB12-055I Sep 27, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-071B Apr 26, 2022
140000 AIR BAGS
DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-027C Feb 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CAN COMMUNICATION a?? NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-027C Feb 22, 2022
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
CAN COMMUNICATION a?? NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-045C Dec 7, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CLEANING FRONT OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLIES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001F Dec 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB12-055H Jun 9, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-014A Mar 12, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BLUETOOTH, USB, AND AUX FUNCTION DIAGNOSTIC TOOL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on page 3. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-014A Mar 12, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
BLUETOOTH, USB, AND AUX FUNCTION DIAGNOSTIC TOOL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on page 3. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-077A Mar 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2011-2015 LEAF; 2G TELEMATICS HARDWARE DEACTIVATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-135H Mar 10, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011-2017 LEAF; TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES section has been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-071A Mar 5, 2021
140000 AIR BAGS
DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001e Feb 12, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
EXPIRATION NOTIF Dec 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Expiration Notification - 2G Telematics Hardware Replacement Campaign Summary In 2016, Nissan launched a Customer Satisfaction Initiative (CSI) that provided clients with an opportunity to update the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in v
EXPIRATION NOTIF Dec 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Expiration Notification - 2G Telematics Hardware Replacement Campaign Summary In 2016, Nissan launched a Customer Satisfaction Initiative (CSI) that provided clients with an opportunity to update the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in v
EXPIRATION NOTIF Dec 22, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Expiration Notification - 2G Telematics Hardware Replacement Campaign Summary In 2016, Nissan launched a Customer Satisfaction Initiative (CSI) that provided clients with an opportunity to update the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in v
NTB17-015c Dec 21, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION INITIATIVE 2G TELEMATICS HARDWARE REPLACEMENT Customer Satisfaction Initiative ID # PC449 and PC450 are no longer active. i?? Repair orders opened after this bulletina??s published date are no longer eligible for
NTB11-088c Jul 13, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
A/V CONTROL UNIT EXCHANGE AND MAP SD CARD REPLACEMENT This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-088c Jul 13, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
A/V CONTROL UNIT EXCHANGE AND MAP SD CARD REPLACEMENT This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB12-055g Jan 17, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB14-059d Jan 7, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011-2016 LEAF; 24 KWH HIGH VOLTAGE REPLACEMENT BATTERY PACK This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-071 Sep 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DTC B00A0-00 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR UNIT) is stored And OCS zero point reset cannot be performed (continued on the next page) And The following screen displays: ACTION 1. Check the Occupant
NTB19-071 Sep 12, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
DTC B00A0-00 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR UNIT) is stored And OCS zero point reset cannot be performed (continued on the next page) And The following screen displays: ACTION 1. Check the Occupant
NTB19-055a Jul 23, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2011-2019 LEAF; LITHIUM-ION BATTERY BONDING PLATES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
P9312 2011-19 LE Jul 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lithium-ion Battery Bonding Plate Voluntary Service Campaign ***** Campaign Summary***** Nissan is committed to the safety, security and satisfaction of our customers and their passengers, as well as the safety of Nissan technicians. Ni
P9312 LEAF Autom Jul 10, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2011?2019 LEAF Lithium?ion Battery Bonding Plate Voluntary Service Campaign Automatic Parts Shipment
P9312 LEAF Autom Jul 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
2011?2019 LEAF Lithium?ion Battery Bonding Plate Voluntary Service Campaign Automatic Parts Shipment
NTB19-055 Jul 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2011-2019 LEAF; LITHIUM-ION BATTERY BONDING PLATES This bulletin applies to 2018-2019 vehicles equipped with a 40kWh lithium-ion battery. INTRODUCTION Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign on
NTB13-097g Jan 29, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ALL MODEL YEAR 2012 AND NEWER NISSAN VEHICLES; EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION This bulletin does NOT apply to LEAF vehicles and Titan XD vehicles with V8 diesel engine. This bulletin has been amended. See Amendment His
NTB17-082b Jan 29, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NISSAN; DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin does NOT apply to LEAF vehicles and Titan XD vehicles with V8 diesel engine. This bulletin has been amended. See Amendment History on the last page. Pl
NTB17-015b Nov 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION INITIATIVE 2G TELEMATICS HARDWARE REPLACEMENT This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with navigation. This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous ver
NTB18-045b Sep 28, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2011-2015 LEAF; 12 VOLT BATTERY LOSES CHARGE AND/OR TELEMATICS SERVICES DO NOT WORK This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with a 3G Telematics Control Unit. This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last p
NTB18-045a Sep 11, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2011-2015 LEAF; 12 VOLT BATTERY LOSES CHARGE AND/OR TELEMATICS SERVICES DO NOT WORK This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with a 3G Telematics Control Unit. This bulletin has been amended. The CLAIMS INFORMATION section has been
NTB18-045 Jun 21, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011-2015 LEAF; 12 VOLT BATTERY LOSES CHARGE AND/OR TELEMATICS SERVICES DO NOT WORK This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with a 3G Telematics control unit. IF YOU CONFIRM The 12 V battery continuously loses its charge and
NTB18-045 Jun 21, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2011-2015 LEAF; 12 VOLT BATTERY LOSES CHARGE AND/OR TELEMATICS SERVICES DO NOT WORK This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with a 3G Telematics control unit. IF YOU CONFIRM The 12 V battery continuously loses its charge and/
NTB03-074m Apr 20, 2018
122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
FOG LAMP AND/OR HEADLAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended to add Fog Lamps and modify one step in the flow chart on page 3. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB03-074m Apr 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
FOG LAMP AND/OR HEADLAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended to add Fog Lamps and modify one step in the flow chart on page 3. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-044c Mar 23, 2018
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BALANCING SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The publication date has been revised to include the latest models and model years. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-135g_optim Jan 17, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
2011-2017 LEAF; TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES section has been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-044b Sep 25, 2017
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BALANCING SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The publication date has been revised to include the latest models and model years. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-044b Sep 25, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
WHEEL BALANCING SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The publication date has been revised to include the latest models and model years. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-035b Aug 25, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
2013 ? 2016 LEAF; OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM RETROFIT This bulletin has been amended. Pages 15 and 17 have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-035a Aug 10, 2017
143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
2013 - 2016 LEAF; OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM RETROFIT This bulletin has been amended. The CLAIMS INFORMATION section has been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
P7332 Jul 14, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Disabling the 2G TCU Voluntary Service Campaign ***** Campaign Summary***** Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain specific 2011-2015 LEAF vehicles to disable (turn off) the 2G Telematics Control Unit (?2G TCU?). T
NTB17-077 Jul 13, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2011-2015 LEAF; 2G TELEMATICS HARDWARE DEACTIVATION INTRODUCTION Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign (in the U.S. ONLY) on certain specific 2011-2015 LEAF vehicles equipped with 2G Telematics Har
NTB12-055f Jun 20, 2017
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES section has been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB14-059c Apr 25, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011-2017 LEAF; REPLACEMENT HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY PACK This bulletin has been amended. The Parts Information has been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB14-059c Apr 25, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2011-2017 LEAF; REPLACEMENT HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY PACK This bulletin has been amended. The Parts Information has been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-015a Apr 19, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION INITIATIVE 2G TELEMATICS HARDWARE REPLACEMENT This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with navigation system. This bulletin has been amended to correct the CO-PAY INFORMATION on page one. No other change
NTB17-015a Apr 19, 2017
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION INITIATIVE 2G TELEMATICS HARDWARE REPLACEMENT This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with navigation system. This bulletin has been amended to correct the CO-PAY INFORMATION on page one. No other change
NTB17-038 Apr 4, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2011-2017 LEAF; LABEL REQUIRED FOR BATTERY MODULE WARRANTY RETURN SERVICE INFORMATION LEAF battery modules that are replaced under warranty are required to have a return label affixed to the module being returned, with the repair date r
NTB17-038 Apr 4, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2011-2017 LEAF; LABEL REQUIRED FOR BATTERY MODULE WARRANTY RETURN SERVICE INFORMATION LEAF battery modules that are replaced under warranty are required to have a return label affixed to the module being returned, with the repair date r
NTB17-035 Mar 28, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
2013 ? 2016 LEAF OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM RETROFIT SERVICE INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is provided for customers who have concerns with their Occupant Classification System (OCS) operation after all campaigns have
Revision 2_PC449 Feb 17, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
2G Telematics Hardware Replacement Customer Satisfaction Initiative The announcement from December 15, 2016 has been revised to include: - Campaign repair bulletin, NTB17-015, has been developed and is now available on NNAnet, and ASIST
NTB17-015 Feb 16, 2017
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION INITIATIVE 2G TELEMATICS HARDWARE REPLACEMENT This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with a navigation system. SERVICE INFORMATION On February 26, 2016 Nissan announced that it was sending a reminder no
NTB17-014 Feb 13, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
BLUETOOTH, USB, AND AUX FUNCTION DIAGNOSTIC TOOL SERVICE INFORMATION The Enhanced Multi-Media Interface Tester (EMMIT) J-51922 is a new special tool that tests the functionality of the following features: Bluetooth o Pairing/Connectin
NTB17-014 Feb 13, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BLUETOOTH, USB, AND AUX FUNCTION DIAGNOSTIC TOOL SERVICE INFORMATION The Enhanced Multi-Media Interface Tester (EMMIT) J-51922 is a new special tool that tests the functionality of the following features: Bluetooth o Pairing/Connectin
Revision 1_PC449 Dec 15, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
2G Telematics Hardware Replacement Customer Satisfaction Initiative The announcement from November 17th, 2016 has been revised to include: o A correction to the steps for determining TCU type on MY11-MY15 LEAF o Clarification that no s
PC449_PC450 Nov 17, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
2G Telematics Hardware Replacement Customer Satisfaction Initiative ***** Customer Satisfaction Initiative Summary ***** On February 26, 2016 Nissan announced that it was sending a reminder notification to owners affected by AT&T?s plan
NTB16-092 Sep 27, 2016
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
"NISSAN; DOORS DIFFICULT TO CLOSE WITH TEMPERATURE BELOW FREEZING IF YOU CONFIRM: THE FOLLOWING INCIDENT, OR THE CUSTOMER REPORTS THIS INCIDENT: - THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SETTING (NOT RUNNING) IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 14?F (-10?C) FOR AN EXT
REVISION 2 - PC4 Aug 29, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
"AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) PIPE REPLACEMENT VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN LEAF MODEL S-GRADE ONLY ***** CAMPAIGN SUMMARY ***** NISSAN IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN ON APPROXIMATELY 39,968 MY 2013-15 NISSAN S-GRADE LEAF VEHICLE
NTB13-097D Aug 4, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
"ALL MODEL YEAR 2012 AND NEWER NISSAN VEHICLES; EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN AMENDED. THE TITLE HAS BEEN REVISED, AND THE BULLETIN NOW INCLUDES VEHICLES IN PRODUCTION AS OF THE DATE OF THIS UPDATE.
PC421OL Jul 21, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign on certain specific 2013 ? 2015 LEAF vehicles to replace the high pressure pipe and the high pressure flexible hose for the AC system.
PC421 Jun 14, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
NISSAN IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN ON APPROXIMATELY 39,968 MY 2013-15 NISSAN SGRADE LEAF VEHICLES SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES, CANADA, GUAM, AND PUERTO RICO TO REPLACE THE AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM LINE AND REMOVE A BRACKET
NTB11027B Jun 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION Temporary tire Flat Spotting is common on New Dealer In-Stock vehicles that have not been occasionally moved. Flat Spotting can occur after the vehicle has been parked (not moved) for a few days, or longer. In most c
NTB11027B Jun 9, 2016
190000 TIRES
SERVICE INFORMATION Temporary tire Flat Spotting is common on New Dealer In-Stock vehicles that have not been occasionally moved. Flat Spotting can occur after the vehicle has been parked (not moved) for a few days, or longer. In most c
NTB16050 May 12, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
INTRODUCTION Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign on certain specific 2013 2015 LEAF vehicles to replace the high pressure pipe and the high pressure flexible hose for the AC system. This service will be performed at no ch
NTB16050 May 12, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INTRODUCTION Nissan is conducting this voluntary service campaign on certain specific 2013 2015 LEAF vehicles to replace the high pressure pipe and the high pressure flexible hose for the AC system. This service will be performed at no ch
NTB14-084C Apr 22, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
2-Sensor occupant classification System Diagnostics and Information
NTB09099A Apr 18, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
IF YOU CONFIRM A refrigerant leak at a refrigerant pipe/hose joint location. ACTIONS 1. Inspect the metal surfaces of the pipe/hose joint for damage or contamination. NOTE: Do not replace a refrigerant pipe, hose, or other A/C compon
NTB09099A Apr 18, 2016
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
IF YOU CONFIRM A refrigerant leak at a refrigerant pipe/hose joint location. ACTIONS 1. Inspect the metal surfaces of the pipe/hose joint for damage or contamination. NOTE: Do not replace a refrigerant pipe, hose, or other A/C compon
NTB09131B Apr 13, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. Th
NTB09131B Apr 13, 2016
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. Th
NTB03074J Feb 26, 2016
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SERVICE INFORMATION Occasionally customers may notice water vapor or fog in the headlamps. The information, illustrations, and flow chart in this bulletin are provided to help you in determining if an incident for water/condensation in
NTB09081C Jan 28, 2016
130000 VISIBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION The purpose of this bulletin is to give Nissan dealers guidelines to help determine if windshield breakage is covered under warranty or is the customer?s responsibility. Nissan North America (NNA) is not responsible for
NTB16009 Jan 19, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer states "vehicle charger is not working" or "the EVSE is broken", verify EVSE (Electric Vehicle Service Equipment) condition and operation before replacing it. - The EVSE is also known as a trickle cha
NTB16006 Jan 6, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IF YOU CONFIRM Charge was started, but charge connector was unplugged before charge was complete, and the EV warning light is ON, and one or more of the following DTCs are stored: B2840, B29C1 ACTION 1. Confirm this bulletin applies. Se
NTB16003 Dec 17, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION The Intelligent Keys used on the various Nissan vehicles may not be interchangeable between models and years. See this bulletin for further detail.
NTB10135F Dec 10, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin contains important service procedures that must be performed in order to set-up and maintain the Nissan LEAF Telematics system. Sections: Turning ON the TCU During PDI When a TCU Needs To Be Replaced
NTB09022G Nov 20, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION Design and process changes have been made to improve battery voltage at dealer receipt. Our goal is to deliver vehicles to customers with a 12 volt battery in excellent condition. Proper dealership storage and maintena
P5327OL Nov 16, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on Certain 2013-2015 LEAF vehicles to reprogram the Electrically-driven Intelligent Brake Control Unit.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, NISSAN LEAF

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE19015 Opened: Oct 9, 2019 , Closed: Jun 1, 2020
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2011
Front Occupant Classification System Mat
Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 19-015 was opened as a result of Defect Petition (DP) 19-002 which alleged that model year (MY) 2011 and 2012 Nissan Leaf were affected by the same defect addressed in an earlier recall, NHTSA Safety Recall 16V-244, but were not included in the scope of that recall.NHTSA ... Read more
DP19002 Opened: Aug 16, 2019 , Closed: Oct 16, 2019
DP, Closed , Model Year: 2011
Front Occupant Classification System Mat
A defect petition (see DP19-002) was received July 23, 2019 alleging that the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor (mat) in model year (MY) 2011 Nissan Leaf vehicles is defective and affects the proper deployment of the passenger front air bag. The petitioner provided a list of potentially re... Read more

NISSAN LEAF - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the NISSAN LEAF across all model years (2013, 2026).

48 Total Recalls
1,475 Total Complaints
2 Investigations
109 Reported Crashes
19 Reported Fires
2 Reported Deaths

NISSAN LEAF - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 1 4 View
2025 0 10 View
2024 0 5 View
2023 3 30 View
2022 4 133 View
2021 4 76 View
2020 6 215 View
2019 5 317 View
2018 4 114 View
2017 2 27 View
2016 4 49 View
2015 4 141 View
2014 6 45 View
2013 (current) 5 120
2012 0 71 View
2011 0 117 View
2010 0 1 View

Other NISSAN Models

Model Recalls Complaints
ROGUE 457 9,808 View
SENTRA 291 8,185 View
PATHFINDER 267 10,167 View
VERSA 224 4,473 View
FRONTIER 219 4,441 View
TITAN 208 4,415 View
ALTIMA 183 20,085 View
MAXIMA 173 8,847 View