According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Nissan Leaf has 1 documented issue. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $900. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2011-2025 Nissan Leaf, because regenerative braking (especially in B-mode/e-Pedal) does most of the deceleration, the rear friction brakes are rarely used and almost never heat-cycle. Without heat to burn off moisture, the rear rotors rust and the caliper slide pins and pistons seize. This leads to uneven/binding pad wear, grinding or dragging noises, a stuck rear brake, and reduced physical braking when it's actually needed. It is a widely documented EV-specific maintenance issue on the Leaf, worse in wet/salted climates and on cars driven mostly on e-Pedal.
Common Symptoms
Grinding or dragging noise from the rear brakes
Rear rotor rust/scoring visible through the wheel
Uneven or excessive rear pad wear
Reduced braking or car pulling
Seized caliper slide pins or piston
How to Fix
Service the rear brakes far more often than mileage would suggest: clean and re-grease caliper slide pins, free/rebuild seized calipers, wire-brush or replace corroded rotors, and lubricate pad abutments. Periodically use the friction (non-regen) brakes firmly to heat-cycle and self-clean them. In heavy-rust cases, replace calipers, rotors, and pads.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
Genuine Nissan rear brake rotor 43206-4BT0B
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Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The Owner's Manual instructions for defroster operation are incorrect, and may result in reduced defroster performance under specific conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2023 LEAF vehicles. The vehicle may accelerate unintentionally if the
driving mode is changed ("D" to "B"; e-Pedal "On"; or "ECO" mode) after disengaging the cruise control.
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.
Campaign #25V65500001/10/2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2022 LEAF vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 LEAF vehicles. The right-hand brake tubes may have been damaged during production and could corrode, possibly causing a hole in the brake line and a brake fluid leak.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Nissan Leaf has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Rear Brake Caliper Seizing and Rotor Corrosion from Regen/e-Pedal. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Nissan Leaf reliable?
The 2025 Nissan Leaf has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Nissan Leaf problems?
Repair costs for known Nissan Leaf issues range from $150 to $900, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2011-2025 Nissan Leaf Rear Brake Caliper Seizing and Rotor Corrosion from Regen/e-Pedal?
Because regenerative braking (especially in B-mode/e-Pedal) does most of the deceleration, the rear friction brakes are rarely used and almost never heat-cycle. Without heat to burn off moisture, the rear rotors rust and the caliper slide pins and pistons seize. This leads to une… Repairs typically run $150-$900. Severity: medium.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.