LilDave
Active member
I searched and couldn't find much on this issue. I have verified on my 2013 SL that the speedometer is reading 3-4 mph faster than what I'm actually going. I took it to the dealer and they verified that the wheel speed sensors (and speedometer) are reading 55 mph when the car is actually going 52. They checked at 65 and actual speed is only 61. Nissan Tech told them to test the other '13 on the lot. It was an SL as well with same tire pressure, etc. It read exactly the same as my Leaf. They told the dealer that it was within the spec so they would not be correcting it.
I find this to be ridiculous! A high tech car like the Leaf and I have to use my phone to verify my speed?? I called in to the hotline and complained but it doesn't sound like anything will be done at this point. I need to see if any other 2013 owners have this issue. My dealer told me that if they get a lot of complaints then something may be done on this issue. My wife drives this car and traveling under the speed limit on the interstate (when she thinks she is going right at 65) is dangerous. I had to take my Volt to the Chevy dealer this morning and I mentioned this to them. They were a little shocked that Nissan just brushed it off and didn't fix it. Any feedback from other owners would be helpful. If anybody buys the Silver Leaf from Uftring Nissan, you will have this issue as well!
I find this to be ridiculous! A high tech car like the Leaf and I have to use my phone to verify my speed?? I called in to the hotline and complained but it doesn't sound like anything will be done at this point. I need to see if any other 2013 owners have this issue. My dealer told me that if they get a lot of complaints then something may be done on this issue. My wife drives this car and traveling under the speed limit on the interstate (when she thinks she is going right at 65) is dangerous. I had to take my Volt to the Chevy dealer this morning and I mentioned this to them. They were a little shocked that Nissan just brushed it off and didn't fix it. Any feedback from other owners would be helpful. If anybody buys the Silver Leaf from Uftring Nissan, you will have this issue as well!