2014 Nissan Leaf Electrical Problems
5 owner-reported electrical complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Electrical Recalls (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, model year 2013 NV200 (aka Taxi) and Infiniti JX35 and model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 and QX60 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) software may incorrectly classify the passenger seat as empty, when it is occupied by an adult.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Owner Complaints (5)
Your brake pedal failed completely while driving in traffic, going all the way to the floor without slowing the car, resulting in a collision. You've experienced similar brake failures multiple times over 10 years, and the dealership has inspected the fluid, pads, and rotors without finding a problem—though you've noticed a possible connection to the 12V battery. Fixing this will likely require a thorough electrical diagnostic to trace power issues affecting the brake system, possibly including the brake control module or electrical connections.
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Your car unexpectedly accelerated in reverse without you pressing the throttle and became very difficult to brake. Multiple warning lights appeared on your dashboard (brake, ABS, warning, and traction control), and you noticed a strange humming sound when powering on. The issue resolved after replacing the 12-volt battery, which other owners have reported experiencing similar problems with.
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Your Leaf caught fire while charging in a parking garage after being plugged in for less than 20 minutes. The vehicle was stationary when it started smoking and caught fire, requiring fire department response. While Nissan investigated and found no evidence of a vehicle defect, the cause could potentially be related to the charging unit, its installation, or maintenance. Resolving this would require a thorough investigation of both the vehicle's charging system and the charging equipment used.
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Your Nissan Leaf caught fire while parked and connected to a charger at a facility. The fire was severe enough to total the vehicle and damage nearby cars. It's unclear whether the fire started from the vehicle's electrical system or the charging unit itself.
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After unplugging the charging cable at a charging station, your Leaf's dashboard displayed warning lights for the ABS and brake system. The vehicle was parked and not moving. This indicates an electrical problem that may be related to the charging port disconnect, even though Nissan previously completed a recall for this issue on your vehicle.
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