2022 Nissan Leaf Electrical System Problems
Electrical system complaints account for 61 of 94 total complaints (65%) on the 2022 Nissan Leaf, mostly tied to a battery overheating recall (25V655000). Median mileage at failure is 60,000 miles, and NHTSA also lists 1 crash and 2 injuries in this area.
- Electrical System complaints
- 61
- 65% of 94
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 60,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Owners report the lithium-ion battery overheating during Level 3 DC fast charging, prompting Nissan to advise against using fast chargers until a fix is installed.
- Some drivers describe the vehicle losing propulsion or entering turtle mode, with dealers finding swollen high-voltage battery modules that Nissan would not fully replace.
- Multiple owners say dealers lack the software or replacement parts needed to complete the recall repair, leaving appointments cancelled.
- One driver reported a charging error message followed by the vehicle stalling and needing to be towed after quick charging.
- One owner reported the E-pedal feature engaging unexpectedly, preventing the brakes from stopping the car before it struck a tree.
When 2022 Nissan Leaf electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 26, 2022, latest Sep 22, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2022 Nissan Leaf
- NHTSA 25V655000Sep 30, 2025Electrical System19,077 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:module:software
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.
Risk: 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 update the battery software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 16, 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.
Electrical System complaints by Leaf model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many 2022 Nissan Leaf electrical complaints does NHTSA list?
- NHTSA lists 61 electrical system complaints for the 2022 Nissan Leaf, which is 65% of the 94 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2022 Nissan Leaf electrical system?
- Yes. Recall campaign 25V655000, reported September 30, 2025, covers 2021-2022 Leaf vehicles with a Level 3 quick charging port whose lithium-ion battery may overheat during fast charging.
- What is the remedy for the 2022 Nissan Leaf battery recall?
- Nissan advises owners not to use Level 3 quick charging until dealers update the battery software, though several owners report parts or software were not yet available.
- At what mileage do 2022 Nissan Leaf electrical problems typically appear?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 60,000 miles at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2022 Leaf.
- Were there any crashes or injuries linked to the 2022 Leaf electrical system?
- NHTSA records show 1 crash and 2 injuries connected to electrical system complaints on the 2022 Nissan Leaf, with no fires reported.