Is the Nissan Leaf Reliable?
2011–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.
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Nissan Leaf Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | 95 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 85 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | 80 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 4 | 41 | 50 | Fair |
| 2020 | 6 | 135 | 40 | Poor |
| 2019 | 5 | 208 | 43 | Poor |
| 2018 | 4 | 61 | 48 | Fair |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 | 90 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Leaf Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Leaf scores 1 points below the average hybrid. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Nissan Leaf Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 450 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nissan Leaf reliable?+
The Nissan Leaf scores 73/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 28 recall campaigns and 450 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Leaf is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Leaf achieved the highest reliability score of 100/100 with 0 recalls and 0 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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