2022 Nissan Leaf Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2022 Nissan Leaf recalls

Most common 2022 Nissan Leaf problems

Problem areas named in the 96 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	62
Unknown Or Other	28
Fuel/Propulsion System	20
Power Train	11
Service Brakes	8
Engine	7
Forward Collision Avoidance	3
Vehicle Speed Control	3
Visibility/Wiper	2
Air Bags	1

What owners report

2026-10-12, Electrical System
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 authorized a high-voltage traction battery replacement under Powertrain Authorization #[XXX]. The vehicle has been held disabled at the dealership (Nissan of Everett, Washington) since [XXX] because it is unsafe to operate, and no replacement parts are available. Nissan North America agreed in writing (Intent Letter dated June 29, 2026, Case #[XXX]) to repurchase the vehicle but has not completed the buybac

2026-09-30, Unknown Or Other
I am writing to formally document a catastrophic safety failure involving my vehicle, a Nissan LEAF, which resulted in a total vehicle fire, the destruction of personal property, and severe risk to human life. Prior to this incident, the vehicle had operated without issue. However, the vehicle became subject to an official safety recall. In attempting to resolve this, I brought the car to a Nissan dealership multiple times, only to be informed that no remedy was available yet. I was subsequently directed to call Nissan Consumer Affairs via their 800-number. The corporate representative instructed me to take the vehicle to a dealership for a formal evaluation. Following these instructions, I

2026-09-22, Electrical System
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 recall intervention, the vehicle became unable to charge at all. This failure occurred directly and immediately after Nissan’s recall action. At the dealership, battery replacement was initially presented as a potential remedy. However, Nissan corporate assigned the case to a third‑party administrator, and it became clear that no repair option — including battery replacement — was availa

2026-09-14, Electrical System
Battery recall has not been serviced. I was turned away from dealers more than once for recall 25V-655.

2026-08-31, Engine
My car all of a sudden lost drive power while I was driving up Parleys Canyon on I-80. My car started slowing down in traffic rapidly and I had to make emergency maneuvers to get to the side of the road. After the incident the car had trouble accelerating and couldn't keep up with traffic to get it to the shop. This is an active recall and Nissan refuses to fix the battery.

2022 Nissan Leaf questions

Does the 2022 Nissan Leaf have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2022 Nissan Leaf: Quick charging can overheat battery and cause fire; Rearview camera image can distort or fail, raising crash risk; Leaf May Speed Up Unexpectedly After Changing Drive Mode; Incorrect defroster instructions may reduce windshield visibility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Leaf?

Based on 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (62), Unknown Or Other (28), Fuel/Propulsion System (20).

How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Nissan Leaf has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.