The 100-percent electric 2011 Nissan LEAF has become the first all-electric vehicle to earn a 5-star overall vehicle rating for safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program.
Starting with 2011 models the NHTSA introduced tougher tests and requirements in order to earn 5-start ratings. The Nissan LEAF has also been named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Standard Nissan LEAF safety systems including Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification sensors, front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags, and roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection. Vehicle stability control and traction control system are also standard on all LEAF models.
