Nissan Versa Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Nissan Versa — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2025 | 0 | 6 | 0 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2024Worst | 1 | 89 | 0 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2023 | 1 | 37 | 0 | POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2022 | 0 | 15 | 1 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2021 | 3 | 28 | 3 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
Most Common Versa Problems
Based on 175 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Nissan Versa Reliability
What year Versa has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2024 Nissan Versa had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 89 complaints and 1 safety recalls. See the full 2024 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Nissan Versa reliable?
The Nissan Versa has accumulated 175 owner-filed complaints and 5 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2026 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Versa.
What are the most common Versa problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Nissan Versa across recent model years are: ENGINE (33 reports), POWER TRAIN (20 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (14 reports), POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE (12 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Versa has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Nissan Versa using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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