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Nissan LEAF in California, United States Oct 2011 - Nov 2011 | |||
Nov 2011 7000 mi |
Nissan acknowledges that several hundred vehicles are burdened with this issue, yet REFUSE to fix, unless owner whines, complains, bitches, moans, gripes, and cajoles corporate into fixing it. Although I LOVE the car, I HATE the company. |
107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Jun 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
Mar 2012 9000 mi |
We had some rattles fixed. Had the AC system cleaned--it had acquired a very strong mold odor. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Apr 2012 - Jul 2018 | |||
Oct 2015 18000 mi US $90 |
Needed 12 volt battery |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Aug 2012 - Dec 2013 |
Nissan LEAF in Oregon, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2017 | |||
Mar 2014 50000 mi US $307 |
The power switch for the driver's window no longer works. My driver's window does not roll down at all. They have to order it, on back order, it and replace it. | ||
Apr 2017 96500 mi US $365 |
New parts and labor for rear hatchback switch and button. New struts to hold hatchback open. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
Mar 2016 60000 mi US $235 |
Replaced all four TPMS sensors after right rear failed and could not be registered with system. Likely battery failure. | ||
Aug 2016 60300 mi US $1200 |
Replacement traction battery, covered 80% by Nissan for customer complaint resolution. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Dec 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
Jun 2016 48000 mi |
Main EV battery lost capacity below warranty threshold. Received warranty replacement. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Nov 2011 - Aug 2015 | |||
Aug 2012 17600 mi |
Display panel opened and closed repeatedly at all times | ||
Feb 2014 36200 mi |
The battery just keeps losing capacity. In less than three years it's down by 30%. | ||
Sep 2014 45000 mi |
Climate control temperature sensor is wonky | ||
Apr 2015 49300 mi US $250 |
Center stack not working consistently | ||
Aug 2015 51000 mi |
We lost four bars and were down to maybe 55 miles of range. This entitled us to a replacement but by the time we lost the fourth bar is was only six months to the end of the lease, we were seriously over the car, and the hassle hardly seemed worth it. |
Nissan LEAF in Oregon, United States Nov 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
Dec 2014 24000 mi |
Parking break was catching and then suddenly releasing the first time car went into reverse on cold days. First happened in January 2014, but dealer couldn't reproduce it then. This time they made an adjustment, but problem recurred a few weeks later. | ||
Jan 2015 24200 mi US $60 |
12V battery not topped off when car plugged in. Went on vacation for a week, battery dead. Charged it, but dash covered in warning lights. Dealer charged $60 to clear them. | ||
Feb 2018 42000 mi US $2200 |
The main junction box that handles electricity distribution for the LEAF failed, cause unknown. The dealer was told by Nissan to replace many components of the electrical distribution system. The first replacement junction box was also faulty. The repair was actually much more expensive but Nissan picked up about $6000 of the bill even though the car was out of warranty. I was very happy with Kiefer Nissan of Corvallis for negotiating that on my behalf. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Jun 2011 - Apr 2016 | |||
Apr 2015 31000 mi US $160 |
12v battery low/drained prevented charging of main battery |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Dec 2012 - Sep 2015 | |||
Jun 2015 56000 mi |
Replaced main traction battery with new 2015 battery. Diagnosis, parts, and work done under 5 year / 60,000 mile warranty extended by Nissan. |
Nissan LEAF in Georgia, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2018 | |||
Jan 2014 10000 mi |
accelerator subsystem (pedal spring was oisy) | ||
Oct 2016 34000 mi |
Main battery warranty replacement |
Nissan LEAF in Nevada, United States May 2015 - Sep 2016 | |||
Nov 2015 24400 mi US $120 |
replaced 12V Battery | ||
Sep 2016 34000 mi US $1425 |
Replaced traction battery |
Nissan LEAF in Oregon, United States Apr 2012 - Nov 2019 | |||
Dec 2017 81000 mi US $60 |
Replace washer nozzle |
Nissan LEAF in Texas, United States Dec 2012 - Aug 2018 | |||
Mar 2018 35000 mi US $145 |
Tire replaced due to puncture from a screw embedded in it. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Apr 2015 - Apr 2018 | |||
Mar 2018 42000 mi US $500 |
Passenger Seat occupancy sensor malfunction |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States May 2015 - Jul 2015 | |||
Jul 2015 43000 mi US $508 |
Vehicle Control Module (VCM), Body Control Module (BCM), Blown Headlamp Switch or Module |
Nissan LEAF in Arizona, United States Jun 2014 - Oct 2016 | |||
Oct 2014 20500 mi US $120 |
12 volt battery failed some test. I replaced it. Everything else is just fine. |
Nissan LEAF in Oregon, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2022 | |||
Sep 2014 37000 mi US $75 |
Car rear ended Feb last year and I believe they let water accumulate and run down the P brake release cable. The actuator froze up setting off alarms. I disassembled it, repaired it, bought "Leafspy Pro" and a LM327 to reset the codes. | ||
May 2022 88500 mi US $11000 |
EV battery replaced |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2019 | |||
Jun 2014 30000 mi |
Center console around infotainment system often rattles. | ||
Jun 2016 52000 mi |
CV joints were making a loud clicking noise when accelerating from a stop or slowing to a stop. Dealer applied TSB which included removing and greasing the axles which eliminated the noise. | ||
Aug 2016 53400 mi US $120 |
The main traction battery lost enough capacity to qualify for warranty replacement, but car was two months past 5-year warranty. Car taken to dealer to ask for out-of-warranty assistance. | ||
Aug 2017 64000 mi US $650 |
Driving range on the car was reduced to about 45 miles from 75 miles when new. 7 of 12 capacity bars showing on the dash. Had dropped to 8 bars just two months after warranty ended about a year earlier, but Nissan declined to provide assistance. After losing another capacity bar, I attempted to get Nissan to provide out of warranty assistance and after many calls and getting the case escalated to the executive offices, they offered to pay 90% the cost of a new battery which I happily accepted. | ||
Nov 2018 75000 mi US $400 |
The navigation unit would not boot up and constantly reboot in cooler temperatures or until the the unit warmed up, rendering it impossible to use. I replaced the entire navigation unit with a refurbished unit which was a drop-in replacement. |
Nissan LEAF in Washington, United States May 2014 - Jul 2018 | |||
Jun 2014 30000 mi |
Two door lock actuators were replaced as they were sticking and thus not properly unlocking/locking two of the doors | ||
Sep 2014 34000 mi |
Two more door lock actuators were replaced as they were sticking and thus not properly unlocking/locking two of the doors |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Nov 2011 - Feb 2014 | |||
Apr 2012 3000 mi |
complimentary update of the vehicle software. Nissan has added an additional driver-convenience alert designed to notify the driver if their door is opened while the vehicle is still in the "ON" or "READY" mode, and the shift selector is n |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Oct 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
Nov 2012 33200 mi |
Software update due to grabby brakes at low speeds. | ||
Sep 2016 89000 mi US $4000 |
Main EV battery replacement. |
Nissan LEAF in Tennessee, United States Jul 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
Jan 2012 18000 mi |
Passenger window very slow to go from open to closed as compared to drivers window. | ||
Oct 2012 16700 mi |
Intermittent speaker in passenger front door | ||
Mar 2013 23000 mi |
Brakes were very 'grabby'. Dealer updated the brake controller firmware referenced ina service bulletin which resolved the issue. | ||
Aug 2013 31000 mi |
Battery Management System software upgrade. | ||
Nov 2013 36000 mi |
EV System Warning Light illuminated after failed charge event. Diagnostic codes read and interpreted by dealer and charging system tested OK. Cleared codes and returned to service. | ||
Feb 2014 42000 mi |
Drivers Window would not roll down. Dealer replaced faulty master window switch. | ||
Apr 2014 44200 mi |
Charge Door not closing smoothly since Ice Storm during winter. | ||
Feb 2016 83000 mi |
Rear wiper motor was weak and staled often. Dealer replaced motor under extended warranty. | ||
Jun 2016 91000 mi |
Slow to close front passenger window | ||
Dec 2016 100000 mi US $2937 |
Removed and replaced 24kWH High Voltage Traction Battery with new Traction Battery | ||
Feb 2017 101000 mi US $199 |
Telematics Communications Unit upgraded after it stopped working when AT&T turned off 2G coverage. | ||
Jun 2017 107000 mi US $2766 |
Repair fault with telematics system. Previously installed telematics unit never worked. On Board Charger failed preventing the vehicle from being charged. Dealer replaced faulty on board charger. | ||
Jul 2017 107950 mi |
EV Warning light came on. Telematics communications stopped working. Dealer examined codes. No fault found, advised to continue to drive car. | ||
Oct 2019 231680 mi US $47 |
Replaced Tailgate Gas Struts | ||
Dec 2020 135202 mi US $240 |
Replaced 12v battery with AGM 12v battery. | ||
Jun 2022 137000 mi US $300 |
Warped rotors. Replaced rotors and pads. Lubricated sliders. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jan 2014 | |||
Jan 2014 26000 mi |
I sold the LEAF at the 3 year mark because the battery didn't get along well with our summer heat in Fresno. |
Nissan LEAF in Washington, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2017 | |||
Nov 2013 22600 mi |
Heater stopped functioning. Dealer replaced wiring harness under warranty. | ||
Nov 2016 47700 mi US $800 |
Intermittent taillight failure. Replaced entire taillight assembly. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2018 | |||
Dec 2015 38000 mi US $700 |
GPS was broken. Saw no satellites. Main touchscreen console had to be removed and sent out for repair |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Jul 2011 - Mar 2017 | |||
Mar 2014 48000 mi |
Clicking sound when starting and stopping. Dealer replaces washers and greased splines. TSB, not a recall. I also reported a "clunking" sound then turning to the left, but dealer said sound was normal (even though it had just started). | ||
Apr 2015 64000 mi US $6500 |
Battery capacity degraded to where the car was barely usable for my daily commute. Did not meet the minimum requirements for a warranty replacement (needed to be 3 of 12 capacity bars lost before 60k miles). Made me pay the full amount! |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Jul 2011 - Mar 2016 | |||
Feb 2012 14300 mi |
squeak/creak in driver's seat when moving around in seat. Similar to the sounds of a plastic water bottle being squeezed... Bolts on seat pan were loose. | ||
Oct 2012 23700 mi |
Loss of second EV battery capacity bar. | ||
Jun 2013 34000 mi |
Had TSB for whirring/clicking sound at low speeds done. Involved lubricating wheel bearings and splines. Also had P3227 program for capacity meter and charger reprogramming done. | ||
May 2015 61000 mi |
In-warranty replacement of the EV main battery due to capacity loss. Lost its fourth battery capacity bar at 59,983 miles. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States May 2011 - Apr 2014 | |||
Aug 2013 25400 mi |
Software update to address grabby brake issue |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States May 2011 - Jun 2014 | |||
Feb 2012 4800 mi |
segment on display not working. so digits aren't displayed correctly. Special part ordered parts came in, display replaced when phone is connected to bluetooth, an incoming call is answered either on touch display or button on steering wheel, the phone answers but the call is not routed over the speakers. Could be an incompatability issue with my Samsung phone when on bumpy road, sound like a shield rattling is heard. | ||
Apr 2012 6500 mi |
On my request they adjusted the hood rests. Rattle is way less, but not gone. Another trip planned in the future. | ||
Jan 2013 16000 mi |
rattle in dashboard. update: rattles later went away on their own. | ||
Feb 2013 16700 mi |
color display in center column keeps opening and closing after when power is turned off. during driving it is static and works. being replaced under warranty | ||
Mar 2013 17000 mi |
navigation system in dash replaced | ||
Sep 2013 23000 mi |
Although battery gage shows still full charge being accepted, instead of being able to drive 90+ miles on a full charge, the best I can do is 55 miles now. Dealer does the "usual" diagnoses and find everything within parameters. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Jul 2011 - Jan 2014 | |||
Jul 2013 36700 mi |
Software reflash for battery and charger (to accurately reflect State of Charge). |
Nissan LEAF in Texas, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2017 | |||
Jul 2012 16000 mi |
Lost 2 capacity bars | ||
Jun 2014 42000 mi |
Battery pack fell below 9 capacity bars. Covered under battery warranty. | ||
Jun 2017 70000 mi US $150 |
Drivers window would not open or close. Window switch replaced |
Nissan LEAF in Texas, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2016 | |||
Dec 2015 44000 mi |
Warranty covered drive battery replacement |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Sep 2011 - Dec 2016 | |||
Sep 2016 56000 mi |
Warranty replacement of high-voltage lithium-ion battery pack (propulsion for all-electrical car) |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Sep 2011 - Mar 2019 | |||
Apr 2011 500 mi |
On delivery of car March 30 the car died in the dealer parking lot. The dealer could not get the car started and had to give a loaner. It was partially fixed on March 31 and then the computer was upgraded on April 22 with permanent fix. | ||
Mar 2014 24000 mi |
Heater was no working. I took it in and they thought it was the PTC element. Took two weeks to get part and it was not it. Next ordered PDM module, took two weeks and was not it either. Found it was temp sensor. Replaced and all fixed. | ||
May 2015 34700 mi |
Center console screen reboots every few minutes at random. Car keeps running but the audio goes off and the screen reboots like at key on start at startup. |
Nissan LEAF in Washington, United States Oct 2011 - Jun 2013 | |||
Dec 2012 25000 mi |
Firmware update |
Nissan LEAF in Tennessee, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2017 | |||
Mar 2014 28000 mi |
Problem with the telemetrics unit communicating with vehicle |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2016 | |||
Oct 2015 48500 mi |
Battery replacement under warranty |
Nissan LEAF in Arizona, United States Sep 2011 - Apr 2017 | |||
Jun 2015 24000 mi |
Replaced on-board charger assembly | ||
Mar 2016 28000 mi |
Replaced main traction battery |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jul 2018 | |||
Mar 2014 30000 mi |
"clicking" noise |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Sep 2011 - Jun 2022 | |||
May 2013 47000 mi US $410 |
Climate Control Fan (MOS module) replaced. | ||
Aug 2013 55000 mi |
Software upgrade P3227 | ||
Feb 2015 90700 mi |
Car would not charge on Level 2, 240VAC stations. Diagnosed as a blown diode in the onboard charger. Declined having the charger replaced. | ||
Apr 2015 94200 mi US $1 |
Soldered diode in pilot line to fix problem described previously. | ||
Sep 2015 104000 mi US $5600 |
Replaced High Voltage battery due to degraded capacity. | ||
Jan 2020 182873 mi US $96 |
Noise when starting to move forward, in reverse or when not maintaining constant speed. Axle nut lubricated and tightened to spec. |
Nissan LEAF in Washington, United States Sep 2011 - May 2018 | |||
Jun 2014 12000 mi |
12 volt battery was failing, wouldn't hold a charge. | ||
Apr 2017 20000 mi US $50 |
12 volt battery needed replacement again. |
Nissan LEAF in California, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2012 | |||
Apr 2011 | Correct software bug in air conditioning system. Revised user information system. | ||
Apr 2012 3200 mi |
Range decreasing. Battery losing capacity. |