Electrical System Problems of Nissan Leaf

Nissan Leaf owners have reported 265 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (240 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's battery (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Nissan Leaf

The Electrical System problem

Note: searching for similar complaints I found them under "engine", "electrical", and "fuel". There are many such complaints! my 2020 Nissan Leaf has been under a recall notice since September of 2024 (12 months ago).   Read details...

The Battery problem

The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that the battery would drain rapidly without warning. The contact mentioned that the mileage specified for the battery to be recharged was inaccurate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was not able to be diagnosed.   Read details...

The Software problem

This is not related to anything specific that happened to my vehicle, but it is related to consumer safety and protection. Nissan settled a class-action lawsuit and amended their battery replacement/repair warranty shortly after they introduced the Leaf to the us.   Read details...

The Battery Dead problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that the battery box are badly corroded through. The vehicle was taken to king windward Nissan dealer, (45-568 kamehameha hwy, kaneohe, hi 96744, (808) 439-6901) and was informed that an inspection was performed and found ev battery case   Read details...

The 12v/24v/48v Battery problem

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, there was a rapid battery discharge. There was no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case.   Read details...




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