2015 Nissan Leaf vs 2016 Nissan Leaf
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Nissan Leaf | 2016 Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 110 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 113 | 99 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 114 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 29,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Leaf | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 84 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 28 | 8 |
2015 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.