Visibility Problems of Nissan Leaf

Nissan Leaf owners have reported 42 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (39 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's defogger (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Nissan Leaf


Recently reported Visibility problems of Nissan Leaf

The Wiper problem

The front windshield wipers on this car fail in light ice or snow. They've broken every winter I've owned this car (four years). This results in me driving around without front windshield wipers until I can get it fixed, watching the weather forecast and hoping I don't get caught in rain or snow.   Read details...

The Defogger problem

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Leaf. While operating the vehicle, the defroster did not generate an adequate amount of heat to defrost the windshield. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.   Read details...

The Visibility problem

The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the defroster was activated; however, the defroster fan motor became inoperable, causing the front and rear windshields to become foggy. The vehicle was not diagnosed.   Read details...

The Defroster/defogger/hvac System Engine Coolant Hoses And Fittings problem

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a whistling sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was unofficially diagnosed as a failed air condition hose or a   Read details...




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