2025 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated July 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Nissan Leaf has 1 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. Across all issues, 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.
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.
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Per-rotor price; replace as a pair. GEN 1 (2013-2016 Leaf) OEM 43206-3NF0A, superseded by 43206-4BT0B (equiv 43206-4BA0A / 43206-5HA0A). GEN 2 (2018-2025 Leaf) rear rotor is a DIFFERENT PN: 43206-6RR0A -- do not cross-fit. Corroded/rusted rear rotors are the core of this regen-underuse issue; wire-b
GEN 1 (2013-2023 Leaf) OEM rear pad set D4060-3NF0B. GEN 2 (2018-2025 Leaf) rear pads differ: D4060-4CA0C (2018-2021) or D4060-6WK0A (2020-2025). Pads wear unevenly/glaze when regen keeps rears cold; replace with rotors and lube abutment ears on install. Verified: nissan.oempartsonline.com, parts.ni
For calipers too seized/rusted to rebuild. GEN 1: LH (driver) 44011-3NF0A, RH (passenger) 44001-3NF0A (earlier 2011-2012 use 44011-3NK0A / 44001-3NK0A). GEN 2 (2018-2025): LH 44011-4CA0A / 44011-4CA0B, RH 44001-4CA0A / 44001-4CA2A. Price is per-side. Verified: parts.nissanusa.com, parts.bayridgeniss
Rebuild kit for freeing a seized-but-salvageable rear caliper (piston seal + dust boot). CONFIRMED for GEN 2: D4120-4CA0A fits 2018-2025 Leaf. GEN 1 (2011-2017) uses a different rear seal kit -- I could not confirm the exact GEN 1 PN, so verify at a dealer before ordering for an older Leaf. Verified
Nissan silicone grease for caliper slide/guide pins and rubber boots -- the exact lube the fix calls for to keep pins from seizing. Rubber-safe silicone required (petroleum grease swells the boots). Applies to all years 2011-2025. Verified via Nissan tech references / forums.
Nissan PBC (Poly-Butyl-Cuprysil) grease for pad-to-bracket abutment surfaces, shims, metal pad backs and anti-rattle clips -- distinct from the silicone slide-pin grease; do NOT put PBC on rubber boots. Applies to all years 2011-2025. Verified via Nissan service references / forums.
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EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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."
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
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.
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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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025-2025 Nissan Leaf has 1 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Rear Brake Caliper Seizing and Rotor Corrosion from Regen/e-Pedal. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 2025-2025 Nissan Leaf has 1 known issues 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.
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.
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.
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