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2023 Nissan ARIYA Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

100/100

#1 most-complained of 3 ARIYA years

The 2023 Nissan ARIYA has the highest complaint index (100) of the three model years, with 38 complaints and 3 recalls, all tied to the electrical system. Owners most often report EV system shutdowns and loss of drive power, with a median failure mileage of 40,500 miles.

Complaints
38
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
95
101 city / 89 hwy

Top 2023 Nissan ARIYA problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System23 (61%)
  2. Engine13 (34%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain9 (24%)
  4. Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (11%)
  5. Fuel System4 (11%)
  6. Other4 (11%)
  7. Brakes3 (8%)
  8. Steering2 (5%)
  9. Lane Departure1 (3%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (3%)

What owners report

  • Vehicle suddenly loses drive power and shuts down while driving at highway speed, sometimes dropping from 65 mph to under 20 mph.
  • EV system displays a 'Power Reduced' or 'Service EV system' warning and limits speed to as low as 5-25 mph.
  • Battery charge percentage suddenly drops or the vehicle refuses to charge even when a charge percentage is shown.
  • Engine compartment produces smoke and oil leaks after the vehicle loses motive power, in one case near 60,000 miles.
  • Rear camera fails to detect an obstacle during a parking maneuver, resulting in a collision.
  • Front tires wear out and become unsafe well before typical tread life is expected.
2023 Nissan ARIYA complaints: complaints filed per month5Jun 2023Nov 2023Apr 2024Nov 2024Apr 2025Oct 2025Mar 2026
64 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2023 (5).

2023 Nissan ARIYA recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 24V560000Jul 25, 2024Electrical System1,188 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:inverter

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Ariya vehicles. The inverter software may misdiagnose an error, which can shut down the EV system, resulting in a loss of drive power.

    Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's inverter software version and update the software, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R24A8.

  2. NHTSA 24V391000Jun 3, 2024Electrical System84 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:traction motor

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Ariya vehicles. O-rings inside the electric front traction motor may have been damaged during assembly, which can result in an internal oil leak and an unexpected loss of drive power.

    Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the front traction motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R24A3.

  3. NHTSA 23V657000Sep 28, 2023Electrical System9,813 vehicles

    Electrical system:propulsion system:inverter

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Ariya vehicles. The inverter software may detect a short circuit and shut down the EV system, resulting in a loss of drive power.

    Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C6.

2023 Nissan ARIYA fuel economy and fuel cost

City
101 MPG
Highway
89 MPG
Combined
95 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$800
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Electricity
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2023 compared with other ARIYA years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2023No verdict10038395
2024No verdict07095
2025No verdict507093.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Nissan ARIYA reliable?
Among the three ARIYA model years with data, 2023 has the highest complaint index at 100 and ranks worst, with 38 complaints and 3 recalls, mostly involving the electrical system.
What problems does the 2023 Nissan ARIYA have?
NHTSA data shows 23 electrical system complaints (61% share), 13 engine complaints (34%), and 9 transmission and powertrain complaints (24%). The median mileage at failure for electrical issues is 21,000 miles.
Does the 2023 Nissan ARIYA have a recall?
Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 ARIYA, all related to the electrical system, including inverter software that can shut down the EV system and traction motor O-rings that can leak oil.
How does the 2023 ARIYA compare to 2024 and 2025 models?
The 2023 ARIYA has a complaint index of 100 versus 0 for 2024 and 50 for 2025, and it is the only year with recalls (3) among the three years listed.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Nissan ARIYA?
EPA rates the 2023 ARIYA at 95 MPG combined (101 city/89 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $800.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.