Nissan Hit For Dumping Its Electric Car Pioneers

Owners of Nissan Leaf electric cars have accused the firm of "dumping its pioneers" after it announced its app would stop working for older vehicles.

Around 3,000 Nissan Leaf and e-NV200 cars made before 2016 are affected by the app being withdrawn. I Photo: Nissan

The firm says the app - which allows remote control of functions such as heating - is stopping because the UK's 2G network is being switched off, BBC News reported. But customers have reacted with anger, telling the BBC they did not expect it to be withdrawn.

Experts expect the issue to affect more electric vehicles as the market grows. Around 3,000 Nissan Leaf and e-NV200 cars made before 2016 are affected by the app being withdrawn.

These older vehicles are fitted with 2G control units which communicate with the app.

Nissan told the BBC: "The NissanConnect EV app currently linked to Nissan Leaf and e-NV200 vehicles produced up until 2016 will shut down from April 1, 2024, in preparation for the 2G technology sunset."

It added: "Owners will, however, still be able to use key features such as Climate Control Timer and Charging Timer directly from their car's Navigation System."

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