2018 Nissan Leaf vs 2020 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 | 2018 Nissan Leaf | 2020 Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 66 | 164 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 123 | 92 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 112 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 12,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Leaf | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 18 | 120 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 34 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 13 | 7 |
| Power Train | 3 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 2 |
| Engine | 6 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 0 | 14 |
2018 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.