2026 Nissan Leaf (53 Kwh Battery) Bev
Safety ratings, recalls, and consumer complaints from NHTSA
NHTSA Safety Ratings
2026 NISSAN LEAF (53 KWH BATTERY) 5 HB BEV FWD
- Overall
- Not Rated
- Front Crash
- Not Rated
- Side Crash
- Not Rated
- Rollover
- Not Rated
Recalls(2)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 LEAF vehicles. The high voltage battery may have internal damage that can cause a short circuit within the battery module.
Campaign: 26V188000
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 LEAF vehicles. The outer rear seat belt automatic locking retractors (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent a child restraint system (CRS) from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Campaign: 26V425000
Consumer Complaints(2 total, showing 2)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The car had a faulty dc/dc converter one month after purchase. The vehicle has about 900 total miles. Part number 292A0-8342R
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The battery does not charge. Warning lights activated to check EV system. This first occurred about two months ago. Dash lights spontaneously resolved, but MIL light has remained on in Nissan App since that time. Dealership service initially said to return with vehicle when dash light and message reappeared. Potential garage/house or parking lot fire as there exist reports of 2026 LEAFs spontaneously combusting in North America. Vehicle is currently at Nissan dealership service department for inspection and diagnosis.
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