2011 Nissan Leaf vs 2012 Nissan Leaf
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Nissan Leaf | 2012 Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 95 | 57 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 131 | 129 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 99 | 99 |
| Median reported mileage | 31,000 mi | 19,400 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Leaf | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 35 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 22 |
| Seats | 7 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2011 Nissan Leaf
2012 Nissan Leaf
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.