Nissan Versa Note complaints by model year
265 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 29 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 86 | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| 2014 | 136 | 10 | 1 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2014–2019. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 55 | 21 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 23 | 22 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 23 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 19 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 19 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 16 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Nissan Versa Note recalls (8)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Versa Note model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V654000 | Sep 12, 2019 | No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 111 | 2018, 2019 | 80.4% |
| 18V551000 | Aug 21, 2018 | Ignition Switch may Turn Off | 2017, 2018 | 62% |
| 17V837000 | Dec 20, 2017 | Inflator Component may Detach/FMVSS 214, 226 | 2018 | 53.2% |
| 17V275000 | Apr 26, 2017 | Air Bag Cushion may Separate from Assembly | 2017 | 73.5% |
| 15V507000 | Aug 12, 2015 | Lower Trim Panel may Impede Pedal Operation | 2014, 2015 | 58.8% |
| 15V453000 | Jul 21, 2015 | Doors May Not Fully Latch/FMVSS 206 | 2015 | 88.4% |
| 13V324000 | Jul 24, 2013 | Lower Body Bolt may be Loose or Missing | 2014 | — |
| 13V326000 | Jul 24, 2013 | Rear Seat Latch Bolts may Fail | 2014 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | 5 hb fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | 5 hb fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | 5 hb fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Nissan Versa Note FAQ
How many recalls has the Nissan Versa Note had?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns that cover at least one Nissan Versa Note model year from 2014 to 2019. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Nissan Versa Note year has the most complaints?
Among the last 6 model years with settled counts, the 2014 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (136) and the 2019 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Nissan Versa Note problems?
Across the 2014–2019 model years, owners most often name the power train, unknown or other, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.