2023 Nissan Ariya electrical system problems

Related recalls

• Recall 24V560000Jul 25, 20241,188 vehicles
  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.

  Remedy: 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.

• Recall 24V391000Jun 3, 202484 vehicles
  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.

  Remedy: 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.

• Recall 23V657000Sep 28, 20239,813 vehicles
  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.

  Remedy: 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.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 29, 2026NYElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   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.

   NHTSA complaint #11767699 · source
2. Filed Sep 11, 202621,000 miVAElectrical 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…

   NHTSA complaint #11763715 · source
3. Filed May 20, 2026CAElectrical 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…

   NHTSA complaint #11739123 · source
4. Filed Mar 8, 2026FLElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   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,…

   NHTSA complaint #11722759 · source
5. Filed Feb 22, 2026TXElectrical System

   The car was unable to move when started up and displayed a warning that said "Service EV system." The car is within the initial 3 year warranty and has under 20,000 miles.

   NHTSA complaint #11719727 · source
6. Filed Nov 13, 2025FLElectrical System

   DEFECTIVE COMPONENT & FAILURE MODE The vehicle suffered a failure in the 12-volt battery system, potentially involving the DC-to-DC Converter or the associated charging logic. This malfunction caused the lead-acid 12V battery to be severely overcharged and boiled while the vehicle was plugged in and parked. CATASTROPHIC SAFETY HAZARD The failure resulted in the release of highly toxic and flammable gases into an enclosed residential space (my garage), posing an immediate,…

   NHTSA complaint #11699151 · source
7. Filed Aug 17, 2025OHElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   I had just left the [XXX] on the [XXX] when our Ariya suddenly lost power at highway speeds. It felt like a very dangerous situation, because there are very long distances between exits in this area, and the shoulder is somewhat narrow in spots. The high voltage battery had been DC fast charged to 95% at said service area minutes earlier. But the display suddenly went to 0%, turtle mode appeared, and the message “Warning Service EV System” showed on the display. For some…

   NHTSA complaint #11681148 · source
8. Filed Jul 6, 2025ILElectrical System

   my car isnt listed for a current recall but should considering the software update does not match. Recall Reference: P4A30, P4A31 should have included my call as i dont have that update. Update 283C36PA5E is before the one shown in the recall.

   NHTSA complaint #11671413 · source
9. Filed Jan 23, 2025PAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   This is the fourth time this has happened to us during normal driving. I pulled out onto a highway and suddenly with no prior warning, the car lost all power and went into what I can only describe as a "limp mode" and wouldn't go above 5 mph. I had to quickly pull off the road as traffic was catching up at highway speed. The dashboard flashed "Malfunction, see owners manual" and we had an orange triangle with an exclamation point as well as a circle with exclamation point…

   NHTSA complaint #11637886 · source
10. Filed Dec 23, 2024OHElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    Car losing power while driving, and powering down to zero. Also slowly goin backwards while in standard drive mode. Dealership has been troubleshooting for 3 weeks and not fix has been found.

    NHTSA complaint #11632058 · source
11. Filed Nov 7, 2024CAElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

    the car lost power in the middle of the freeway -and decelerated; in a highway with speed limit of 65mph while driving in I-680, all of a sudden the car slowed down from 65mph all the way to less than 20mph - displaying "power reduced - 0% battery" ; even it was recently fully charged - I was able to drive the car - back at 20mph speed - went straight to the Nissan dealer/service - where I left my car - and. was given a loaner car. the warning lamp ONLY appeared as soon as…

    NHTSA complaint #11624119 · source
12. Filed Nov 6, 2024NJElectrical System

    I was on the highway and the car completely shut off. My electric battery which was at 50% and over 150 miles died. I had to veer off quickly to the side of the road and my steering wheel then locked. I've seen some forums on Reddit of this happening. The dashboard flashed "EV System Off" and the miles and % battery went to zero. It was incredibly scary since it was at night and the potential for a serious accident could've occurred. I had to be towed as well and the police…

    NHTSA complaint #11623883 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology