2022 Nissan Leaf fuel/propulsion system problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel/propulsion system on the 2022 Nissan Leaf — 19% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am reporting a critical safety hazard involving my 2021 Nissan Leaf S Plus (approx. 117,000 miles). Since January 2025, the vehicle has exhibited dangerous battery degradation and voltage sag during operation. On my 30-mile highway commute, while driving at normal highway speeds—especially on…”
filed Jun 9, 2026
“Nissan Recall R25C8 (NHTSA ID: 25V655), Incomplete, remedy not available Primary Issue: High-voltage battery fire risk during Level 3 (DCFC) charging due to excessive lithium deposits. I have been told by Nissan not to use Level 3 fast charging. This has significantly impaired the utility of my…”
filed Mar 30, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
*****Dealer Announcement***** Nissan is committed to delivering the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction. In support of this commitment, Nissan is implementing a Lithium-ion Battery Post-Remedy…
Lithium - ion Battery · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 3, 2026
Fuel/propulsion System problems in other Leaf years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Leaf | 1 | 5% |
| 2021 Leaf | 8 | 15% |
| 2020 Leaf | 31 | 19% |
| 2019 Leaf | 34 | 14% |
| 2018 Leaf | 12 | 18% |
| 2016 Leaf | 8 | 22% |
| 2015 Leaf | 2 | 2% |
| 2014 Leaf | 1 | 3% |
| 2013 Leaf | 4 | 5% |
| 2012 Leaf | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 Leaf | 4 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Nissan Leaf
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.