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2019 Nissan Leaf Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 6.2× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
251Complaints
5Recalls
4Crashes
2Fires
5Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (67.3% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Electrical System complaints here are 6.2× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System169 · 67.3%RecalledRecall 24V700000
Fuel/propulsion System34 · 13.5%not available
Visibility/wiper12 · 4.8%not available
Power Train12 · 4.8%not available
Service Brakes10 · 4%not available
Engine8 · 3.2%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM169 · 67.3%
Unspecified / other47 · 18.7%
VISIBILITY/WIPER12 · 4.8%
POWER TRAIN12 · 4.8%
SERVICE BRAKES10 · 4%
ENGINE8 · 3.2%
BACK OVER PREVENTION5 · 2%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL5 · 2%
SEAT BELTS2 · 0.8%

Percentages are the share of the 251 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 5 campaigns

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · 2019 · reported 09/12/2019

The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual

NHTSA campaign 23V048000 · 2023 · reported 02/02/2023

Reduced defroster performance can limit visibility out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Vehicle Speed Control

NHTSA campaign 23V494000 · 2023 · reported 07/17/2023

Unintentional acceleration can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 24V071000 · 2024 · reported 02/02/2024

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery

NHTSA campaign 24V700000 · 2024 · reported 09/20/2024

A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“2019 Nissan Leaf Battery Recall: 1 year out from recall announcement, still no repair is available, and it is unsafe to use fast charging for…”NHTSA complaint 11671312 — filed 07/05/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“The contact’s mother-in-law owns a 2019 Nissan Leaf. The contact’s mother-in -law received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V700000 (Electrical System); however, the part to…”NHTSA complaint 11670513 — filed 07/01/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V700000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall…”NHTSA complaint 11670262 — filed 06/30/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Nissan Leaf?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 169 of 251 NHTSA complaints (67.3%), followed by unspecified/other issues (47), fuel/propulsion system (34), visibility/wiper (12). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2019 Nissan Leaf have?

251 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 4 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2019 Nissan Leaf have any recalls?

Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 19V654000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Nissan Leaf's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.