Does the 2021 Nissan LEAF have any recalls?

The 2021 Nissan LEAF has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with vehicle speed control.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2021 Nissan LEAF?

73 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan LEAF.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 Nissan LEAF?

There are 82 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan LEAF.

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2021 Nissan LEAF service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

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SL Bitono Hatchback 2-Door
SV Plus Hatchback 4-Door
SV Hatchback 4-Door
SL Plus Hatchback 4-Door
S Hatchback 4-Door
SL Hatchback 2-Door
S Plus Hatchback 4-Door
S Hatchback 2-Door

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2021 Nissan LEAF Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #23V49400017/07/2023Component: 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) a

Consequence

Unintentional acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module (VCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters

NHTSA #24V07100002/02/2024Component: 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 vehic

Consequence

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increas

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If n

NHTSA #23V04800002/02/2023Component: 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 performanc

Consequence

Reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a c

Remedy

Nissan will mail an addendum with updated instructions on how to operate the defroster, free of char

NHTSA #25V65500001/10/2025Component: 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.

Consequence

A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to use Level 3 quick charging until the remedy is completed. Dealers will upd

TSB #11031705

CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement Certification Label or VIN Plate/Label may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehi

TSB #11031704

TSB #11031699

TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION HINT: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 4G network compatible TCU. TCUs compatible with 3G network only are no longer supported. SERVICE INFORMATION The APPLIED VEHICLES that come equipped with

TSB #11014472

AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING APPLIED SYSTEMS: Vehicles equipped with a lane camera (see Figure 1) SERVICE INFORMATION If the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) warning light or is blinking (but not illuminated steadily)

TSB #11014471

INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND AEB/FEB WARNING LIGHT ON OR RADAR OBSTRUCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED WITH DTC C1A16 OR C2582 IF YOU CONFIRM IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (on the next page) is to give you a quick idea of the work yo

TSB #11012291

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2018-2025 LEAF; HVAC REPROGRAM CAMPAIGN ID #: P4A17 APPLIED VEHICLES: 2018-2025 LEAF (ZE1) Check Service COMM or Dealer Business Systems (DBS) National Service History to confirm campaign eligibility. INTRODUCTION

TSB #11012290

*****Dealer Announcement***** Nissan is conducting a service campaign on certain specific MY2018-2025 Nissan LEAF vehicles identified in Service Comm and National Service History Open Campaigns. On affected vehicles, at temperatures below -

TSB #11009068

DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. IF YOU CONFIRM DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR UNIT) is stored, AND OCS zero point reset

Showing the 8 most recent of 82 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20220401Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

This vehicle failed to have airbags deployed in this accident on 3.23.2022, as photographs that are larger than 10MB will upload, but the Estimate did upload. BUT the car was spun nearly if not fully

20220401Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported1 injured

This vehicle failed to have airbags deployed in this accident on 3.23.2022, as photographs that are larger than 10MB will upload, but the Estimate did upload. BUT the car was spun nearly if not fully

20220401Component: LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTIONCrash reported1 injured

This vehicle failed to have airbags deployed in this accident on 3.23.2022, as photographs that are larger than 10MB will upload, but the Estimate did upload. BUT the car was spun nearly if not fully

20220401Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported

9.3.2021 Freeway comes to a complete stop. Front end collision into vehicle in front at an angle to avoid full collision and into the barrier on Passenger side. NO AIRBAGS deployed! Police Report Fil

20220401Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reported

9.3.2021 Freeway comes to a complete stop. Front end collision into vehicle in front at an angle to avoid full collision and into the barrier on Passenger side. NO AIRBAGS deployed! Police Report Fil

Showing the 5 most serious of 73 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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