2014 Nissan Leaf Reliability ReportCommon Problems, Repair Costs & Expert Verdict
Should You Buy the 2014 Nissan Leaf?
The 2014 Nissan Leaf is a mechanically simple vehicle with low traditional maintenance needs, making it an affordable entry into EV ownership. However, its primary Achilles' heel is rapid battery degradation, which significantly impacts range and resale value, requiring careful pre-purchase evaluation. While powertrain components are robust, the battery's lifespan dictates the car's overall usability.
Biggest Strengths
- Extremely simple electric powertrain with few moving parts
- Very low traditional maintenance costs (no oil changes, spark plugs, etc.)
- Brake components last significantly longer due to regenerative braking
Top Risk Areas
The systems that break first on the 2014 Nissan Leaf. Mileage windows, repair costs, and fix-before-you-buy notes are in the full report.
NHTSA Recalls
6 recalls on record from NHTSA. Check your VIN atnhtsa.gov to see if the repair was performed.
SERVICE BRAKES
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 LEAF vehicles manufactured November 19, 2012, to July 31, 2015. During very cold temperatures, the relay inside the electronic brake booster may freeze, requiring the driver to exert more effort to slow the vehicle down.
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.
What breaks on the 2014 Nissan Leaf?
Full reliability breakdown — engine, transmission, rust, electrical. With repair costs and mileage danger zones.
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Nissan Leaf by Year
Compare reliability scores across nearby years of the Nissan Leaf. Click any year for its full report.
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