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2022 Nissan Leaf problems

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One of the years to avoid

With 131 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median Leaf year — the 2022 model ranks #4 of 17 Leaf years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 43% of all reports (56 of 131), far ahead of other at 25.

131

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

1

Investigations

13

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2022 compare to other Leaf years?

Leaf NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted312 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 117 complaints2012: 71 complaints2013: 120 complaints2014: 45 complaints2015: 141 complaints2016: 49 complaints2017: 27 complaints2018: 112 complaints2019: 312 complaints2020: 214 complaints2021: 76 complaints2022: 131 complaints2023: 30 complaints2024: 5 complaints2025: 10 complaints2026: 4 complaints
Leaf NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Nissan Leaf problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System5643%
Other2519%
Fuel System1713%
Transmission97%
Brakes86%
Engine65%
Speed Control32%
Driver Assistance32%
Visibility & Wipers22%
Lighting11%
Airbags11%

Does the 2022 Nissan Leaf have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V655000Electrical SystemSeptember 30, 2025 · 19,077 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LEAF vehicles equipped with a Level 3 quick charging port. The lithium-ion battery may overheat during Level 3 charging.

Consequence

A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to use Level 3 quick charging until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the battery software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 16, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's Customer Service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R25C8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 4, 2025.

24V071000Driver AssistanceFebruary 2, 2024 · 57,914 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2022 LEAF vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23D7.

23V494000Speed ControlJuly 17, 2023 · 66,159 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The vehicle may accelerate unintentionally if the driving mode is changed ("D" to "B"; e-Pedal "On"; or "ECO" mode) after disengaging the cruise control.

Consequence

Unintentional acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23A6.

23V048000OtherFebruary 2, 2023 · 64,732 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 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 Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."

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 April 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The E-pedal was on. Trying to park car and it jumped the curb when it lurched forward and brakes would not engage so I had to hit a tree to stop the car.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 21, 2021 · crash

“The E-pedal was on. Trying to park car and it jumped the curb when it lurched forward and brakes would not engage so I had to hit a tree to stop the car.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 21, 2021 · crash

“in reduced traction environments vehicle will accelerate a full throttle without driver input to accelerator pedal. The issue is repeatable. though it seems to happen under multiple conditions. Vehicles acceleration is often opposite of the direction selected on shifter. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 7, 2025 · crash

“in reduced traction environments vehicle will accelerate a full throttle without driver input to accelerator pedal. The issue is repeatable. though it seems to happen under multiple conditions. Vehicles acceleration is often opposite of the direction selected on shifter. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 7, 2025 · crash

“The E-pedal was on. Trying to park car and it jumped the curb when it lurched forward and brakes would not engage so I had to hit a tree to stop the car.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 21, 2021 · crash

2022 Nissan Leaf — common questions

Is the 2022 Nissan Leaf reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 131 complaints put the 2022 model at #4 of 17 Leaf years. It is one of the Leaf years to avoid.

What are the most common 2022 Leaf problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (56 complaints), other (25 complaints), fuel system (17 complaints).

Does the 2022 Nissan Leaf have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Nissan Leaf. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2022 Nissan Leaf under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Nissan Leaf years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Leaf years to avoid are 2019, 2020, 2015, 2022, 2013, 2011, 2018. The cleanest record among Leaf years belongs to 2010.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.