Affected Years: 2015, 2016, 2017 Nissan Leaf. Our law firm is also investigating 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Nissan Leaf for the same issues.
These issues seem to arise from defects in the EV Charging Port.
If you purchased a 2015 through 2017 Nissan Leaf and it has some issues with the charging system failing to lock or initiate a charge, Guardian Lemon Law wants to tell you that you are not alone in dealing with this reported issue. There were recalls for this issue originally on plug types by manufacturers. The port itself is now being blamed. If you believe your Nissan qualifies, then we are asking you to contact Guardian Lemon Law as soon as you can. We can perform a case review and advise you if your Leaf has the eligibility to file a claim under California Lemon Law. From helping you understand the process, to letting you know that we can sue Nissan for selling you a defective, lemon Nissan Leaf, Guardian Lemon Law is ready to help you. When you are ready, Guardian Lemon Law can provide you with a Nissan Leaf charging port failure lemon lawyer.
When you need a lawyer knowledgeable in Nissan Leaf charging port failure lemon law cases, Guardian Lemon Law is ready to go all the way to court and sue Nissan.
The Key Parts Of California Lemon Law
What is thought of as the Lemon Law in California actually refers to a bill that was passed into law by the California legislature in 1971. The Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act is often thought to only cover newly purchased cars. In actual fact, it applies to new and used automobiles, bought or leased, with the used cars coming with the remains of a factory warranty. It also covers a wide range of consumer goods like new homes, electronics, appliances, and many other purchases. The focal point of the law is that it holds the manufacturers of a product responsible for replacement or buyback after the manufacturer has made a number of separate attempts at repairing the issue. In other words, honoring the express warranty for the item if it cannot be repaired.
The vehicle must qualify to be eligible for coverage under the Lemon Law. When you need a Nissan Leaf lemon law attorney, Guardian Lemon Law should be the only law firm you need to call. Ask us about our Zero-Fee Guarantee.
The Nissan Leaf And Lemon Law Qualifications
For your Nissan to qualify as a lemon and accordingly be eligible for replacement or refund, there are some criteria that need to be met.
- The vehicle remains covered under the manufacturer’s new car warranty or certified pre-owned warranty at the time of your original complaint, as well as any follow-up repair attempts
- A reasonable number of attempts to repair the issue with the car must be made. This is defined as two attempts for a problem that could be safety-related, four attempts for non-safety affecting defects
- The defect that exists on the vehicle must be considered substantial, defined as impacting the use, safety, or value of the automobile
- The vehicle is at the dealership for a period of greater than 30 days, with cumulative time during repair efforts
- You, as the owner of the vehicle, cannot have misused or abused the vehicle and created the issue
If you believe these all apply to your Leaf, we want you to contact Guardian Lemon Law immediately. We can complete a case review to confirm, and provide a lemon lawyer to sue Nissan for charging port failure issues when they cannot get it repaired. The last remaining part of your claim to be reviewed and confirmed is the time limit for filing a claim.
What Is The Time Limit For Filing A Lemon Lawsuit In California?
The Statute of Limitations sets the filing limitation of a Lemon Law claim, as of 2025, using two different time limits for a claim. The first one is a limit of one year from the expiration of your original factory warranty. The second time limit is six years from the date you take delivery of your vehicle. The time limit that will apply to your vehicle is the earliest of the two dates. We encourage you to contact Guardian Lemon Law to have a case review completed and the process documented for your claim.
The Specific Symptoms And Defects on your 2015-2017 Nissan Leaf Failure To Charge
A charging cable failing to lock or initiate on a 2015–2017 Nissan Leaf is typically caused by a jammed or broken port locking pin, a worn-out dashboard Lock switch, or a disconnected 12V battery. The lock actuator mechanism inside the port can wear out, preventing the system from engaging.
Inspecting and resetting the connections and restarting the charging process is your 1st step. Make sure you reconnect the plugs firmly. If plugged into an outlet, ensure it is firm in the housing, especially if it’s a 50-amp plug. If the unit in question still remains faulty, and it came with the car, it should be covered under the 50k warranty. Follow the 80/20 rule, and keep the battery charged between 20% and 80% to minimize degradation.
Periodically conduct a 100% charge to keep your vehicle management system accurate in terms of percentage as well as range estimation. A full recalibration of the system can be completed and may be necessary.
What Are The Compensation Options Available Under California Lemon Law?
The positive outcome and the win of your lemon lawsuit will result in either getting you a replacement of the vehicle you are having issues with, or it will get you a refund for the purchase price of the vehicle. When we file your Nissan Leaf charging port failure lemon law lawsuit, you can choose the remedy that best suits you and your present situation.
If you choose the refund of the purchase price, or in effect a buyback of the automobile from Nissan, you are entitled to the full cost, including taxes, title fees, etc. The manufacturer will charge you for any mileage you placed on the vehicle before the issues began, using an agreed upon mileage rate. If you choose to have the vehicle replaced, the unit must be the same model or financially equitable to the model they are taking back if they don’t have a like for like model available to swap for the Lemon vehicle.
There is one other thing you are entitled to when it comes to settling a Lemon Law claim. Out of pocket expenses can be claimed and will need to be documented. Keep every record if you think you have a lemon on your hands. Please call Guardian Lemon Law when you need a Nissan Leaf defective EV charging port lemon lawsuit filed on your behalf. We will be ready to proceed when you are.
The Guardian Lemon Law Zero-Fee Guarantee To Our Clients
Starting with every new client’s initial meeting, there is no charge for that meeting ever. There is no obligation for you to hire Guardian Lemon Law after that meeting, either. We provide a 2nd opinion service as well. You might ask us to look at your case when you have been working with another law firm, and they aren’t responding, or may not be delivering what they promised they would. This is also free. This is a big part of the Guardian Lemon Law Zero-Fee Guarantee to our customers. Another part of our guarantee is that we will never ask a client for upfront legal fees before taking a case. Translated, it means that you will never have to worry about out-of-pocket money being required before we take you on as a client and work to represent you.
Our Zero-Fee Guarantee extends all the way to the end of your case as well. If we don’t win your lawsuit, we will not bill you for representation. No fees at all. This is why we perform the case evaluation.
Please get in touch with Guardian Lemon Law when you need a law firm that will fearlessly pursue Nissan to help you address your lemon law vehicle. The best part of California Lemon Law is that when we do win your lawsuit, Nissan has to pay your reasonable legal fees, by law. This is our Zero-Fee Guarantee, and we are that confident that we will win your case. Always bet on Guardian Lemon Law when you need a Nissan Leaf lemon law attorney. We are well prepared and willing to take on Nissan and win your claim.
