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2023 Nissan Ariya problems & recalls

NHTSA has issued 4 recalls covering the 2023 Nissan Ariya and owners have filed 42 complaints. The most-reported area is electrical system (26 complaints). 1 complaint describes a crash.

Other model years:20252024
Recalls
4
Complaints
42
Crash reports
1
Fire reports
0
Injuries
0

Recalls (4)

Jul 25, 2024#24V560000

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Inverter

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Ariya vehicles. The inverter software may misdiagnose an error, which can shut down the EV system, resulting in a loss of drive power.

Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's inverter software version and update the software, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R24A8.

Jun 3, 2024#24V391000

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Traction motor

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Ariya vehicles. O-rings inside the electric front traction motor may have been damaged during assembly, which can result in an internal oil leak and an unexpected loss of drive power.

Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front traction motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R24A3.

Sep 28, 2023#23V657000

Electrical system › Propulsion system › Inverter

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Ariya vehicles. The inverter software may detect a short circuit and shut down the EV system, resulting in a loss of drive power.

Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C6.

Feb 28, 2023#23V131000

Steering › Critical fasteners

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Ariya vehicles. The steering wheel bolt may have been tightened incorrectly or not installed.

Risk: A steering wheel with a loose or missing bolt can detach from the steering column, causing a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport and immediate repair if the steering wheel feels loose when gently rocking the wheel forward and back with their hands. Dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt, free of charge. Nissan began notifying owners on March 2, 2023 via phone and will follow up with owner notification letters beginning on March 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC956.

Owner complaints (42)

What owners reported to NHTSA, by component. One complaint can name several components.

  • Electrical system26
  • Power train10
  • Engine9
  • Vehicle speed control5
  • Unknown or other4
  • Fuel/propulsion system4
  • Service brakes3
  • Forward collision avoidance3
  • Steering2
  • Back over prevention1
  • Traction control system1
  • Wheels1

Complaints over time

Jun 2023: 3 complaintsJul 2023: 1 complaintAug 2023: 0 complaintsSep 2023: 2 complaintsOct 2023: 1 complaintNov 2023: 3 complaintsDec 2023: 2 complaintsJan 2024: 1 complaintFeb 2024: 1 complaintMar 2024: 0 complaintsApr 2024: 2 complaintsMay 2024: 0 complaintsJun 2024: 1 complaintJul 2024: 1 complaintAug 2024: 1 complaintSep 2024: 0 complaintsOct 2024: 1 complaintNov 2024: 2 complaintsDec 2024: 1 complaintJan 2025: 1 complaintFeb 2025: 0 complaintsMar 2025: 1 complaintApr 2025: 2 complaintsMay 2025: 0 complaintsJun 2025: 1 complaintJul 2025: 1 complaintAug 2025: 1 complaintSep 2025: 0 complaintsOct 2025: 1 complaintNov 2025: 1 complaintDec 2025: 1 complaintJan 2026: 0 complaintsFeb 2026: 1 complaintMar 2026: 1 complaintApr 2026: 2 complaintsMay 2026: 2 complaintsJun 2026: 0 complaintsJul 2026: 0 complaintsAug 2026: 0 complaintsSep 2026: 3 complaints202420252026
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Recent owner reports

Sep 29, 2026Power train, Electrical system

A 2023 Nissan Ariya developed a grinding/noise condition. An initial dealership repair did not correct it. The vehicle was promptly returned. Subsequent diagnosis involved the traction-motor/drivetrain area, and Nissan ultimately authorized substantial warranty work involving replacement/repair of the traction motor and associated components. The vehicle remained out of service for an extended period while additional leakage was reportedly identified.

Sep 16, 2026Unknown or other

The vehicle EV systems keeps going off and having us stranded on major highways - this an ongoing issue and has not been resolved by Nissan

Sep 11, 2026Electrical system

The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Ariya. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond and lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, restarted the vehicle, and continued driving. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V657000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure milea…

May 21, 2026Unknown or other

I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2023 Nissan Ariya involving an apparent failure of the 12-volt battery and/or electrical system. While parked overnight in my driveway, powered off, and not plugged in nor charging, the front battery/engine compartment began sizzling, overheating, and producing smoke. The heat caused internal damage and disabled the vehicle. This created a serious fire risk because the incident occurred at my home while the vehicle was unattended and inactive and it happened without any earlier signs or warning. My battery health was checked by the repair shop at th…

May 20, 2026Electrical system

The vehicle’s EV system and related electrical components appear to be malfunctioning, causing repeated “EV System Off” error messages and rendering the vehicle inoperable. The vehicle is currently at the dealership and available for inspection upon request. The defect created a significant safety risk because the vehicle became unreliable and could unexpectedly fail to operate, leaving me stranded and without dependable transportation. This placed both myself and others at risk, especially if the failure occurred while driving or in traffic. Yes, the issue has been repeatedly reproduced and…

Apr 16, 2026Service brakes

At approximately 18,500 miles, my 2023 Nissan Ariya experienced a brake system failure while driving. The vehicle exhibited abnormal braking behavior and reduced braking performance, creating a serious safety concern. I was able to safely stop the vehicle, but the failure could have resulted in an accident. The vehicle was taken to a Nissan dealership for inspection. The diagnosis revealed severe and premature wear of the rear brake pads and significant damage to the rear rotors. The dealership also recommended replacement of the entire rear brake assemblies, not just standard wear components.…

Apr 2, 2026Power train

Recently I been hearing a clicking noise every time I come to a complete stop and when I take off again. It started happening recently. After I hear the click noise coming from the middle of the front of my car, the wheel feels like it’s spinning just a little bit before coming to a stop.

Mar 8, 2026Electrical system, Fuel/propulsion system

At low speeds after startup, the car automatically shifts from drive into neutral. The car will be locked in neutral, not letting you put it in park, drive, or reverse. To get the car back into drive, you must come to a complete stop, turn the car off, back on, and floor the accelerator. Failure to floor the accelerator will lead to the car getting stuck in neutral again. I have pulled out into traffic on numerous occasions and had the car die in the middle of the road, forcing me to come to a stop and fully turn it back on, sometimes multiple times. No warning messages appear.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall and complaint records, updated Oct 1, 2026. Complaints are owner reports and are not verified by NHTSA. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.