Dealers Who Offer Public Charging (and those who don't)

[walterbays]

Updated 5/17/2011: corrected Premier Nissan listings

List of Nissan dealers who allow public charging, and of those who don't, gathered from forum postings. If your dealer isn't listed, ask them, and report the answer here. Also report if your dealer is listed incorrectly here (policies can change), or if you are a dealer and your listing is incorrect.
A suggested protocol when charging your LEAF at a Nissan dealership: (thanks LEAFguy!)

• Call ahead, ask for the sales manager and ask if you can charge your LEAF at their store (Most Nissan phone numbers and locations are in your Navigation system)
• Let the Sales Manager know that you have arrived and will be plugging in your car
• Offer to leave your key so they can move your car if charging is complete before your return (if you plan on leaving the premises), or if they need that space for a paying customer
• Thank them for providing such hospitality

Please remember that car dealerships exist to make money, not provide free parking and free electricity. These parking spaces are often in premium customer locations on the dealers premises. If they see that we are willing to work with them, they are more likely to continue to offer this service.


Dealers reported to allow public charging:


There aren't enough reports (yet) to justify separate threads per region, so I roughly grouped them here by region. The detailed listings are alphabetical by dealer name.

California, listed by groups of counties

Butte, Shasta

Chico Nissan, Chico, CA
Crown Motors Nissan Redding CA

Sacramento, Yolo

Davis Nissan, Davis, CA

Marin, Merced, San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Luis Obispo, Solano

Boardwalk Nissan, Redwood City, CA
Coast Nissan, San Luis Obispo, CA
Nissan of Vacaville, CA
North Bay Nissan, Petaluma, CA
Premier Nissan, San Jose, CA
Razzari Nissan, Merced, CA
Serramonte Nissan, Colma, CA
Stevens Creek Nissan, San Jose, CA

Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernadino, Santa Barbara, Ventura

Downtown LA Nissan, CA
Fontana Nissan, Fontana, CA
Miller Nissan, Van Nuys, CA
Mossy Nissan, San Diego, CA
Nissan of Thousand Oaks, CA
Performance Nissan, Duarte, CA
Santa Barbara Nissan, CA
Santa Maria Nissan, CA
Santa Monica Nissan, CA
TEAM NISSAN, OXNARD, CA
Temecula Nissan, Temecula, CA
Valencia Nissan, CA
Woodland Hills Nissan, CA

Orange

Connell Nissan, Costa Mesa, CA
OC Nissan Irvine, Irvine, CA
Stadium Nissan, Orange CA
Tustin Nissan, Tustin, CA
Weseloh Nissan, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Texas
Baker Nissan, Houston, TX
McGavock Nissan in Amarillo, TX
Don Davis Nissan in Arlington, TX

Washington

Campbell Nelson Nissan, Edmonds, WA

Dealers reported NOT to allow public charging:


Pacific Nissan, San Diego, CA
Premier Nissan, Fremont, CA

Details of dealers allowing public charging:


Baker Nissan, Houston, TX

Baker Nissan has two Level 2 Chargers at each of their two locations - Baker South at 610 South Loop/Buffalo Speedway and 290/North Eldridge Pkwy. Baker plays well with all LEAF owners, and welcomes them to their dealership. Hey you SOCAL folks - if you can make it across AZ & NM & the western 90% of Texas - you can charge in Houston anytime!

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=90769#p90769

Boardwalk Nissan in Redwood City, CA

"All LEAF owners are more than welcome to stop by and use one of our charging stations.
We currently have 4 EVSE's installed, and we're actively looking into adding more." -
Brendan Dolan,Community Director, Boardwalk Auto Center

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88425#p88425

Campbell Nelson Nissan in Edmonds, Wa

Other details : Campbell Nelson will also be installing the commercial 440 volt charging stations that will be offered for free

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=4588#p4588

4 LVL2 free charging stations (3 of which are 24/7)

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=79092#p79092

Chico CA Nissan

state that they allow 24 hour access to their L2's.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88358#p88358

Coast Nissan, San Luis Obispo, CA

COAST NISSAN 12150 LOS OSOS VALLEY RD SAN LUIS OBISPO,
`CA 93405 Tel (805) 543-4423
close at 8pm weekdays, 7pm, Sat, 5pm Sunday

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91744#p91744

Connell in Costa Mesa

3 L2 stations on the front of the dealer showroom that are fully available to the public (and I believe they have two or three more in the service bays just for in-house use). Be sure to call ahead though....they are courtesy charging Volt's from the Chevy dealership next door (same ownership), so they can be crowded at times. The funny thing about that is the Chevy dealership manager balked about putting L2s in, saying he wouldn't need to charge them on anything other than L1.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=49540#p49540

apparently all LEAFs, probably 24/7

REF:http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&p=88104#p88104

Crown Motors Nissan Redding CA

state that they allow 24 hour access to their L2's. Crown Motors Redding CA is within a few hundred yards of restaurants, a supermarket, and a riverfront park/trails (the homeless you may find encamped there are generally friendly, BTW) and within a half mile or so of a multiplex theatre, and the Redding main library (very nice, though you will probably find some of the same clientele as reside in the park...).

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88358#p88358

Davis CA Nissan

state that they allow 24 hour access to their L2's.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88358#p88358

Don Davis Nissan in Arlington, TX

they would allow any leaf to charge there. He did mention that they had to take their outside charging stations down because they did not meet code. But they will be back up in a few days. In the meantime, if somebody had an emergency they could charge in the service building

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=89403#p89403

Downtown LA Nissan

open to the public for sure.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=37570#p37570

Fontana Nissan, Fontana CA, San Bernardino County

All Leafs - Business hours. 2 chargers on north side of lot, unknown in service bay

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88244#p88244

McGavock Nissan in Amarillo

McGavock Nissan in Amarillo already has 2 public charging ... he told me they would be publicly available 24/7.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=89848#p89848

Miller Nissan, Van Nuys, CA

MILLER NISSAN 5425 VAN NUYS BLVD VAN NUYS, CA 91401 Tel (818) 787-8400
chargers open 24/7

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91744#p91744

Mossy Nissan in San Diego

All (6) Mossy Nissan Locations in SD have L2 chargers in!

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=49666#p49666

For the time being until there are other options I am not imposing a restriction based on hours of operation to my 2 chargers in my customer parking. At this time the lot is not obstructed and there is access to the chargers from 6am until 12 midnight. Won't say it will be this way forever, but right now Nissan dealers are the infrastructure.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88138#p88138

Nissan of Elk Grove located in Sacramento, CA

My name is Grant Salge. I am the EV spec for Nissan of Elk Grove located in Sacramento, CA. ... We will also have charging stations available on site absolutely free of charge...or to charge.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=15239#p15239

Nissan of Elk Grove has a Quad-Head available 24/7 and available publicly; a priority policy may take effect if the location becomes "crowded". Naturally, first priority would be for NoEG LEAF vehicles being serviced (charge after service), then NoEG LEAF (non-service) customers, then non-NoEG LEAFs. Any "abuse" (taking advantage of free electrons on a frequent basis simply for the sake of convenience) may be "curtailed".]

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=89110#p89110

Nissan of Thousand Oaks, CA

NISSAN OF THOUSAND OAKS 3755 AUTO MALL DR THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362 Tel (805) 497-4515
chargers open 24/7

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91744#p91744

Nissan of Vacaville

Nissan of Vacaville has three AV L2's that are available 24/7.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88769#p88769

North Bay Nissan in Petaluma, CA

I'm almost positive they would let Leafers charge during their open hours (after hours, they seem to be all gated up

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88141#p88141

OC Nissan Irvine, in Irvine, CA

Only while open, apparently all LEAFs

REF:http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&p=88104#p88104

Performance Nissan, Duarte CA, LA County

All Leafs - Business hours. 2 chargers in center lot, unknown in service bay

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88244#p88244

Premier Nissan, San Jose

I mixed them up with the other "Premier Nissan" in the Bay Area, Fremont, which does not allow public charging. Premier Nissan San Jose does.

Quality Nissan, Temecula, CA

Special thanks to Mark at Quality Nissan who gave us both eJuice and popcorn for 1.5 hrs (added 18 miles) to settle our range anxiety

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=48123#p48123

Razzari Nissan at Merced, CA

I am Alejandro and I am the new Leaf sales specialist at Razzari Nissan. ... The charging stations that we have will be available to anyone 24/7

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=65821#p65821

Santa Barbara Nissan

Santa Barbara Nissan is happy to allow you to use the L2 Charge Dock if they are not in use. Just call ahead.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=89842#p89842

Santa Maria Nissan, CA

1001 E BATTLES RD # B&D, SANTA MARIA, CA 93454 (Tel (805) 925-0077
-- close at 8pm weekdays, 7pm on Sat, 6pm on Sunday

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91744#p91744

Santa Monica Nissan

My dealership, Santa Monica Nissan... we do allow public charging. ... I convinced them that the public benefit and good karma is worth it.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88491#p88491

Serramonte Nissan, Colma, CA

one of their employees said I can charge my LEAF even though it was purchased at another dealer. ... L2 dock (two located on the right-hand side of the main building).

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&p=88104#p88104

Stadium Nissan, Orange CA

All Leafs - Business hours now, but potential for 24/7. 1 charger on north side of lot in busy parking area (ICE car will probably have to be moved). 1 charger in service bay surrounded by oil catchers

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88244#p88244

Stevens Creek Nissan, San Jose

Paul [Smith] at Nissan did in fact directly contact the general manager there to get Jack to explain Stevens Creek's policy and to impress upon him Nissan's desire that the dealership chargers be as available to all Leafs when possible. According to Paul, Jack said that the policy at Stevens Creek is that chargers WILL be available to ALL Leafs, within reason. (e.g. they wouldn't want a customer, Stevens Creek or otherwise, to simply camp out on one of their chargers hours all day every day, simply because they worked nearby. Also, in the event of a "queue", they would want to give priority to their own customers. All of which seems fair). Jack apologized if that policy was misrepresented or not known by Kahssay, and that he would make an announcement to all his staff to make certain that everyone at Stevens Creek is aware of and adheres to that policy.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88061#p88061

Team Nissan, Oxnard, CA

TEAM NISSAN 1801 AUTO CENTER DR OXNARD, CA 93036 Tel (805) 485-8787
not avail 24/7, they close at 9pm

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91744#p91744

Tustin Nissan, in Tustin, CA

maybe 24/7 soon, apparently all LEAFs

REF:http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&p=88104#p88104

chargers are on the west side of the lot, in a very cramped parking area where they currently display new vehicles. Very possible they will need to move a vehicle, although they are nice about it.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88244#p88244

If Tustin Nissan moves one end of their front, near-EVSEs, Lot-Closed cable, their EVSEs would be available 24/7. When I was there, they seemed open to the idea. Others visiting there might nicely encourage them further

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=88262#p88262

According to Lee Cail, Leaf Sales Manager, Tustin Nissans two L-2 chargers are available to any Leaf owner 24/7 as a courtesy to all owners.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91707#p91707

Valencia Nissan

I also asked Sam if any Leafers are welcome to use the public charging station they have over there, he asked the service manager and the answer was yes. (Although I would imagine it would be only during business hour). It's a nice location cause you can walk across 2 streets and Valencia Mall is right there.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=78374#p78374

Weseloh Nissan, in San Juan Capistrano, CA

all LEAFs, 24/7

REF:http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&p=88104#p88104

Woodland Hills Nissan, CA

WOODLAND HILLS NISSAN 20539 VENTURA BLVD WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364 Tel (818) 346-6200
chargers open 24/7

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91744#p91744

Details of dealers not allowing public charging:


Pacific Nissan, San Diego

The manager basically told me that since I bought my car at a different dealer, I should just "take yourself" over to them and let them pay. I even offered to pay $10 to charge. nope. I received a lecture about how he was a for profit company.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=75665#p75665

I spoke with a VP at Nissan Corporate. The bottom line - Pacific Nissan is in violation of their agreement with Nissan USA, and "this communication issue will be investigated."

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=77108#p77108

Over 24 hours and no response from the general manager at Pacific Nissan. Infer whatever you want.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=77459#p77459

There were no ramifications on Pacific for their identical charging policy that were potent enough for them to change their stand. As of yesterday, their EVSE equipment usage is still limited to their customers only, according to the conversation I had with them.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=80446#p80446

Premier Nissan, Fremont

Called Premier Nissan of Fremont Auto Mall today and was told that the chargers are for their customers only and they can't have people keep coming in day after day, as this is not a charging station.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=91622#p91622

Reports of Nissan America's public charging policy

I attended a function today with a couple of local Nissan dealers. They told me that Nissan is also asking (making?) all Certified Leaf Dealers to make at least one charging dock available to any Leaf on the road.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=33528#p33528

I heard two....two available to the public and two in the service area.

REF: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?p=33529#p33529

It appears that Nissan America has a policy of "encouraging" dealers to permit non-customers to charge, and that this has led to at least one dealer changing their policy to permit public charging. (A big thank-you to "earther" of MNL and to Paul Smith of Nissan America!) So that dealer with the newly enlightened policy is listed with the "good guys."

 

[earther]

List of Nissan dealers who allow public charging, and of those who don't, gathered from forum postings. If your dealer isn't listed, ask them, and report the answer here. Also report if your dealer is listed incorrectly here (policies can change), or if you are a dealer and your listing is incorrect.

Awesome job Walterbays in collating all this info -- a very useful resource (perhaps something to be "stickied" by a mod?)
Eventually it would be nice if this level of detail were somehow reflected in the onboard nav of the Leaf, but until that time (and I'm not holding my breath), it just goes to show how useful and powerful a community MNL is!

 

[rawhog]

Nissan of Vacaville has three AV L2's that are available 24/7.

 

[LEAFer]

Nissan of Elk Grove has a Quad-Head available 24/7 and available publicly; a priority policy may take effect if the location becomes "crowded". Naturally, first priority would be for NoEG LEAF vehicles being serviced (charge after service), then NoEG LEAF (non-service) customers, then non-NoEG LEAFs. Any "abuse" (taking advantage of free electrons on a frequent basis simply for the sake of convenience) may be "curtailed". The policy is undergoing continuous discussion as "popularity" increases. A meeting with the local utility provider regarding costs/discounts is planned.

An employee (sales dept) charges there regularly during his work hours. A second spot was a NoEG customer charging yesterday while I visited and talked about the policy. The other two spots were ICE'd, but parking along side (outside aisle) I was able make the cable reach and plug in. They will willingly move an ICE vehicle for Customers if requested.

My personal opinion: this dealership "gets it" and is promoting the adoption of EVs.

 

[adric22]

Just FYI - I was at Don Davis Nissan in Arlington, TX a few days ago and double-checked with them (James Whitehouse) on their charging policy. He said they would allow any leaf to charge there. He did mention that they had to take their outside charging stations down because they did not meet code. But they will be back up in a few days. In the meantime, if somebody had an emergency they could charge in the service building.

 

[davewill]

Is there some reason that Santa Monica Nissan is still on the "No" list, when they are clearly on the "Yes" list? They're trying hard to be a good guy and there was never any reason to suggest that they didn't allow public Leaf charging.

 

[thew]

Santa Barbara Nissan is happy to allow you to use the L2 Charge Dock if they are not in use. Just call ahead.

 

[AmarilloLeaf]

McGavock Nissan in Amarillo already has 2 public charging stations up & running at their new location. They aren't even moved in yet, but the AV chargers are there. I tried them and they work fine.

I ran into the owner when I was getting the A/C software upgrade, and he told me they would be publicly available 24/7.

 

[elbowelbein]

Wow - I'm so impressed that Amarillo has charging stations! I'm in Houston & still awaiting my Leaf. Baker Nissan here has one public charging station. So far I haven't seen anyone using it. Maybe because there are only about 30 Leafs in the city...spread out over 100 sq miles. Still outraged that any Nissan dealer would refuse a charge. Scuzzy!

 

[walterbays]

Is there some reason that Santa Monica Nissan is still on the "No" list, when they are clearly on the "Yes" list? They're trying hard to be a good guy and there was never any reason to suggest that they didn't allow public Leaf charging.

My mistake, now corrected, with apologies to Santa Monica Nissan. There was one old report of someone who tried to charge at night and was unplugged, possibly by a security guard. But it was never clear whether or not they intended to provide charging off hours, nor what their policy was during business hours. Recent reports including one by the dealer himself unequivocally state they do allow public charging.

I would love for this list to quickly become superfluous, because everyone could know that the only guarantee you need of public charging is the name "Nissan" on the sign. But I'm not sure we're quite there yet.

 

[elbowelbein]

Houston update - Baker Nissan has two Level 2 Chargers at each of their two locations - Baker South at 610 South Loop/Buffalo Speedway and 290/North Eldridge Pkwy. Baker plays well with all LEAF owners, and welcomes them to their dealership. Hey you SOCAL folks - if you can make it across AZ & NM & the western 90% of Texas - you can charge in Houston anytime!

 

[Lanzer]

Called Premier Nissan of Fremont Auto Mall today and was told that the chargers are for their customers only and they can't have people keep coming in day after day, as this is not a charging station.

 

[RSH]

According to Lee Cail, Leaf Sales Manager, Tustin Nissans two L-2 chargers are available to any Leaf owner 24/7 as a courtesy to all owners.

 

[memills]

I live in Santa Barbara. Here is the info for dealers along the 101 fwy to my south and north:

Nissan Dealers on the 101:
OXNARD:
TEAM NISSAN 1801 AUTO CENTER DR OXNARD, CA 93036 Tel (805) 485-8787
i not avail 24/7, they close at 9pm

THOUSAND OAKS
NISSAN OF THOUSAND OAKS 3755 AUTO MALL DR THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362 Tel (805) 497-4515
chargers open 24/7

WOODLAND HILLS:
WOODLAND HILLS NISSAN 20539 VENTURA BLVD WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364 Tel (818) 346-6200
chargers open 24/7


VAN NUYS
MILLER NISSAN 5425 VAN NUYS BLVD VAN NUYS, CA 91401 Tel (818) 787-8400
chargers open 24/7




SANTA MARIA
1001 E BATTLES RD # B&D, SANTA MARIA, CA 93454 (Tel (805) 925-0077
-- close at 8pm weekdays, 7pm on Sat, 6pm on Sunday
SLO
COAST NISSAN 12150 LOS OSOS VALLEY RD SAN LUIS OBISPO,
`CA 93405 Tel (805) 543-4423
close at 8pm weekdays, 7pm, Sat, 5pm Sunday

 

[LEAFguy]

A suggested protocol when charging your LEAF at a Nissan dealership:

• Call ahead, ask for the sales manager and ask if you can charge your LEAF at their store (Most Nissan phone numbers and locations are in your Navigation system)
• Let the Sales Manager know that you have arrived and will be plugging in your car
• Offer to leave your key so they can move your car if charging is complete before your return (if you plan on leaving the premises), or if they need that space for a paying customer
• Leave your cell phone number so they can reach you if needed
• Thank them for providing such hospitality

Please remember that car dealerships exist to make money, not provide free parking and free electricity. These parking spaces are often in premium customer locations on the dealers premises. If they see that we are willing to work with them, they are more likely to continue to offer this service.

(Walter, feel free to add this to the original post if you wish.)

 

[BnBinSD]

I got my Leaf at Mossy Nissan of El Cajon May 11, and here's info about their current 3 L2's (Karl said they will be installing 2 DC quick chargers in the future):

Karl Kirker is their EV Specialist, and said EVSE's are open to all. Primary L2 EVSE is on the right corner of the building as you enter, business hours only. Contact receptionist. Two other L2's are in service area, 2nd driveway - but you must request ok during business hours. These are accessible 24x7, but spaces may be taken by cars being serviced, so no guarantees.

 

[garygid]

Blocking their only two 24/7 L2 EVSEs to gain two parking spaces?

Understandable if they are LEAFs getting charged, but ... just for parking cars being serviced? They COULD keep ONE space unblocked, right?

Oh well, one can always buy from a different dealer. Or, they could make up for it by having a QC available (unblocked) 24/7?

 

[davewill]

Blocking their only two 24/7 L2 EVSEs to gain two parking spaces?

Understandable if they are LEAFs getting charged, but ... just for parking cars being serviced? They COULD keep ONE space unblocked, right?

Oh well, one can always buy from a different dealer. Or, they could make up for it by having a QC available (unblocked) 24/7?

I think you misinterpreted that post. He said that during business hours you had ask, because cars being serviced might be parked or being charged. I would hope that if they are just parked that you could get one moved...or you might be directed to the one in the sales area. It sounds like after hours they are simply available.

 

[BnBinSD]

Dave has it pretty much correct.

Karl stated that during work hours, the two service-area EVSE's are generally dedicated for Leaf charging, but those spaces may also be used if empty for cars getting transitioned into service bays. Karl said that should an owner need a charge and the sales-area is in use and the service EVSE spaces are occupied by non-Leaf vehicles, they'll be happy to move them, but you must request permission for these service EVSE's.

Should be understandable that they are a business first, and their business customers must take priority.

Like everyone else on this forum, I look forward to the day when the EVproject finally installs those promised public chargers!

 

[garygid]

I was speaking of the availability of the two "service" EVSEs AFTER hours, when they might remain blocked and there would be nobody to move the blockage.
Sorry if I did not understand correctly.