Is the Nissan Leaf Reliable?
2011–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Nissan Leaf Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 4 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 2 | 16 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 70 | 1 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2021 | 1 | 42 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2020 | 4 | 80 | — | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2019 | 2 | 147 | 9 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2018 | 1 | 48 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2017 | 1 | 20 | 1 | — | 75 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Leaf Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Leaf scores exactly at the hybrid average.
Known Nissan Leaf Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 431 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nissan Leaf reliable?+
The Nissan Leaf scores 74/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 13 recall campaigns and 431 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Leaf is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2024 Leaf achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Leaf last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Nissan Leaf owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Leaf will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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