2012 Nissan Leaf vs 2013 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 | 2012 Nissan Leaf | 2013 Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 57 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 129 | 143 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 99 | 115 |
| Median reported mileage | 19,400 mi | 25,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Leaf | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 22 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 4 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
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.