Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2023 Nissan Ariya
The 2023 Nissan ARIYA has several critical recalls, especially with its electrical propulsion system, which may lead to power loss. Additionally, a steering wheel fastener issue can pose safety risks. Prioritize inspecting these areas before purchasing.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Nissan Ariya has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 49 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #24V560000 Loss of Drive Power from Inverter Software Error NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V391000 Unexpected Loss of Drive Power NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V657000 Loss of Drive Power from Inverter Software Error NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V131000 Steering Wheel May Detach from Steering Column NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 28 complaints
- Power Train 14 complaints
- Engine 9 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 6 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 5 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 4 complaints
Of the 49 complaints on file, 2 report a crash; across all 49 complaints, owners report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Inverter software error
How to check: Verify recall repair for inverter software was completed.
O-ring damage in motor
How to check: Check for signs of oil leaks under the vehicle.
Loose steering wheel bolt
How to check: Ensure bolt recall repair records are available.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for any alerts on the dashboard.
Red flag: Persistent error messages or warnings
- 02
Slow cornering
What to check: Feel for looseness in steering response.
Red flag: Steering feels loose or unresponsive
- 03
Gradual acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth power delivery.
Red flag: Hesitation or loss of power
- 04
Highway merging
What to check: Test higher-speed acceleration for consistency.
Red flag: Unexpected power loss at high speed
- 05
Parking maneuver
What to check: Listen for any unusual noises in steering.
Red flag: Clicks or clunks from steering wheel
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the inverter software been updated?
- Were there any issues with the electric motor?
- Has the steering wheel bolt recall been addressed?
- Have any oil leaks been fixed?
- Are there any outstanding recalls?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Maintenance history
- Vehicle inspection report
- Ownership history
- Warranty documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Nissan Ariya at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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