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2023 Nissan Ariya: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2023 Nissan Ariya — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for wagon.
Owners filed 39 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 62% of 2023 wagons. Electrical System leads the reports (49%). 4 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2023 wagons, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
39
Reports to NHTSA, 2023
Safety recalls
4
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
95
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 62% of 2023 wagons
The bar is this car's percentile among 2023 wagons by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (49% of 39 reports), followed by power train (23%).
+ 1 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 39 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11739123, ODI 11722759, ODI 11719727, ODI 11699151, ODI 11671413.
Recalls(4)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Electrical SystemMar 2024 · 24V391000Details +Close −
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.
Steering · 23V131000Details +Close −
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.
Remedy: 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.
Electrical System · 23V657000Details +Close −
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.
Electrical System · 24V560000Details +Close −
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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2023 Nissan ARIYA SUV 2WD NHTSA source
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2023 Nissan ARIYA SUV 4WD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARIYA VENTURE Plus FWD 87kWh | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 111 | 95 | 103 |
| ARIYA ENGAGE FWD 63kWh | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 109 | 94 | 101 |
| ARIYA EVO Plus/EMP Plus/PRM FWD 87kWh | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 105 | 91 | 98 |
| ARIYA ENGAGE e-4ORCE 63kWh | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 101 | 89 | 95 |
| ARIYA ENG Plus/EVO Plus e-4ORCE 87kWh | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 97 | 86 | 92 |
| ARIYA PLAT Plus e-4ORCE 87kWh 19 | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 93 | 87 | 90 |
| ARIYA PLAT Plus e-4ORCE 87kWh 20 | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 89 | 84 | 87 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2023 Nissan Ariya: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Nissan Ariya?
Owners filed 39 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Nissan Ariya — more complaints than 62% of comparable 2023 wagons, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2023 Nissan Ariya?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (49% of complaints) and power train (23%).
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Ariya have?
4 recalls have been issued that affect the 2023 Nissan Ariya, covering components such as electrical system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Nissan Ariya get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Nissan Ariya between 87 and 103 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.