Nissan · Leaf · 2022
2022 Nissan Leaf
4
Recalls
78
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2022 Nissan Leaf has 4 recalls and 78 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: electrical system (45 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2022 Nissan Leaf page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is electrical system with 45 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2022 Nissan Leaf currently shows 4 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 78 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are electrical system (45), unknown or other (10), service brakes (7).
- Vehicle
- 2022 Nissan Leaf
- Recalls
- 4
- Complaints
- 78
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
10.7% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 25V655000October 01, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 LEAF vehicles equipped with a Level 3 quick charging port. The lithium-ion battery may overheat during Level 3 charging.
Remedy Status
Owners are advised not to use Level 3 quick charging until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the battery software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 6, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated between April 1 and April 30, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's Customer Service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R25C8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 4, 2025.
NHTSA ID: 24V071000February 02, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2022 LEAF vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy Status
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23D7.
NHTSA ID: 23V494000July 17, 2023
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The vehicle may accelerate unintentionally if the driving mode is changed ("D" to "B"; e-Pedal "On"; or "ECO" mode) after disengaging the cruise control.
Remedy Status
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23A6.
NHTSA ID: 23V048000February 02, 2023
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The Owner's Manual instructions for defroster operation are incorrect, and may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Remedy Status
Nissan will mail an addendum with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 1, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.
Owner Complaints
78 totalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 18, 2026
Due to Recall 25V-655, I am unable to safely use level 3 charging. The first notice I received of this issue (in October, 2025), stated that a remedy would be available by December, 2025. I just received a second interim owner notification that states a remedy will be available...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 4, 2026
Recall R25C8 not resolved in a timely manner
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 1, 2026
Recall notice has been present for > 1 year and no remedy yet available for dangerous battery overheating.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 9, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the unrepaired recall was a huge inconvenience because only the s...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. T...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 17, 2025
There has been a recall on my vehicle for months now, and previously there was a recall on other nissan leafs for over a year at this point before they branched out to include my vehicle. In the contract I signed to purchase my vehicle, I was stated to have access to tier 3 char...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical system); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the recall summary included a possible fire risk. In addition, ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that after attempting to recharge the Hybrid battery, the vehicle f...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that while attempting to charge the vehicle, the charging system became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the system failed to charge the battery properly. The contact received notif...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V655000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the unrepaired recall was dangerous. The dealer was contacted, ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Nissan Leaf have?
The 2022 Nissan Leaf has 4 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2022 Nissan Leaf?
NHTSA has received 78 owner-reported complaints for the 2022 Nissan Leaf.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2022 Nissan Leaf?
The 2022 Nissan Leaf received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Leaf?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2022 Nissan Leaf are electrical system (45 reports), unknown or other (10 reports), service brakes (7 reports).
Does the 2022 Nissan Leaf have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 4 recalls on record for the 2022 Nissan Leaf. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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