How common are electrical problems on the 2020 Nissan Leaf?

NHTSA lists 121 Electrical System complaints out of 165 total complaints for the 2020 Leaf, a 73% share, the highest percentage of any Leaf model year.

Is there a recall for the 2020 Nissan Leaf's electrical or battery system?

Yes. Recall campaign 24V700000 covers 2019-2020 Leaf vehicles with a Level 3 quick charging port because the lithium-ion battery may overheat during quick charging. The remedy is a battery software update, and reports show the recall is being rolled out in phases.

At what mileage do 2020 Leaf electrical problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2020 Leaf is 29,000 miles.

Have there been any fires or crashes linked to the 2020 Leaf's electrical issues?

NHTSA data for this component on the 2020 Leaf lists 0 fires, 0 crashes, and 0 injuries.

Why do owners complain about the battery recall repair itself?

Multiple complaints describe the recall repair parts being unavailable for extended periods, with owners stating Nissan exceeded a reasonable time to complete the fix.

2020 Nissan Leaf Electrical System Problems

Electrical System complaints account for 121 of 165 total complaints (73%) filed on the 2020 Nissan Leaf, the highest share among Leaf model years. Most center on a battery-overheating recall (24V700000) with a median failure mileage of 29,000, and owners report long waits for repair parts.

Electrical System complaints: 121; 73% of 165
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 29,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners describe the lithium-ion battery overheating during Level 3 quick charging, tied to recall campaign 24V700000.
Many report receiving a recall notice but being told by dealers that replacement parts were not yet available, sometimes for over a year.
The dashboard displays a 'Service EV System' message during both quick and slow charging, and the issue reportedly persists after restarting the vehicle.
Some owners report the forward camera overheating, which disables the collision avoidance and ProPilot systems during normal driving.
A separate complaint describes the front collision detection system failing intermittently in wet weather, along with unrelated battery charge loss during driving.

When 2020 Nissan Leaf electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 15, 2020, latest Sep 24, 2026.

121 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2020 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2025 (12).

Electrical System recalls for the 2020 Nissan Leaf

NHTSA 24V700000Sep 19, 2024Electrical System25,704 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:module:software
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 LEAF vehicles equipped with a Level 3 quick charging port. The lithium-ion battery may overheat during Level 3 charging.
Risk: A quick charging battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the battery software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 3, 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R24B2, P4A38, and P5A22.

Electrical System complaints by Leaf model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20100 (0%)
201129 (31%)
201216 (28%)
201318 (22%)
20146 (18%)
201518 (16%)
201613 (36%)
20174 (24%)
201818 (27%)
2019177 (68%)
2020121 (73%)
202133 (60%)
202261 (65%)
20233 (15%)
20242 (40%)
20253 (43%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2020 Nissan Leaf?: NHTSA lists 121 Electrical System complaints out of 165 total complaints for the 2020 Leaf, a 73% share, the highest percentage of any Leaf model year.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Nissan Leaf's electrical or battery system?: Yes. Recall campaign 24V700000 covers 2019-2020 Leaf vehicles with a Level 3 quick charging port because the lithium-ion battery may overheat during quick charging. The remedy is a battery software update, and reports show the recall is being rolled out in phases.
At what mileage do 2020 Leaf electrical problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2020 Leaf is 29,000 miles.
Have there been any fires or crashes linked to the 2020 Leaf's electrical issues?: NHTSA data for this component on the 2020 Leaf lists 0 fires, 0 crashes, and 0 injuries.
Why do owners complain about the battery recall repair itself?: Multiple complaints describe the recall repair parts being unavailable for extended periods, with owners stating Nissan exceeded a reasonable time to complete the fix.