2016 Nissan Leaf vs 2018 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 | 2016 Nissan Leaf | 2018 Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 66 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 99 | 123 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 112 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 12,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Leaf | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 16 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 18 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 12 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 0 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 0 | 12 |
| Engine | 3 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 5 |
| Steering | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
2016 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.