2023 Nissan Ariya: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Nissan Ariya: 3 recalls, 39 owner complaints and up to 103 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V657000 · 2023 · 9,813 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #24V391000 · 2024 · 84 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front traction motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024.
Electrical Vehicle recall #24V560000 · 2024 · 1,188 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (24): the most common themes are electrical failure (12), stalls / loses power (4), door / lock issues (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (10): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (3), warning light on (2).
- Engine (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), stalls / loses power (3).
- Speed control / throttle (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2023 Nissan Ariya has 39 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 3 Ariya model years for complaints (2.2× the average Ariya year). Complaints peaked in 2023 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 40,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (8 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 111e | 95e | 103e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 109e | 94e | 101e | Electricity |
| Electric (TBD) | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 105e | 91e | 98e | Electricity |
| Electric (160 and 160 AC 3-phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 101e | 89e | 95e | Electricity |
| Electric (160 and 160 AC 3-phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 97e | 86e | 92e | Electricity |
| Electric (160 and 160 AC 3-phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 93e | 87e | 90e | Electricity |
| Electric (160 and 160 AC 3-phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 89e | 84e | 87e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Nissan Ariya have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Nissan Ariya. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Nissan Ariya problems?
Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (24), transmission & drivetrain (10), engine (9).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Nissan Ariya get?
EPA ratings run up to 103 mpg combined, across 7 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2023 Nissan Ariya repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.