Ask the seller for proof the repair was completed, or run the free VIN check. Recall repairs are done at no cost by a dealer.
Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
Airbags recall
An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
78
Most reports here involve sudden stalling. Of these, 1 mention a crash.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11757864 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
8
Most reports here involve sudden stalling.
Read full complaint
Electrical/ECU failure while shifting gears (manual transmission), can be inspected by dealership. Vehicle stalled while going into 2nd gear and could not crank/start, happened in busy intersection, emergency tow had to be called, could have easily gotten hit/injured. Problem has not yet been reproduced or confirmed by dealer/service center. Has been inspected, but only to replace the blown fuse, not to solve the underlying issue. No warning lights prior to failure, only a fuse that keeps blowing (15 amp, slot 55), alarm/beeping does sound when key is turned (possible anti-theft).
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11748266 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
2
Most reports here involve loss of steering.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11728862 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Airbags & seat belts
2
Most reports here involve software faults.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11687989 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Structure & body
4
Most reports here involve electrical shorts.
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Issue: The rear windshield suddenly imploded while the defroster was turned on while on the road, causing significant fear and glass debris. We were driving when it happened, sending glass all on the road. Photos are available. It's currently at the dealership, awaiting repair. The car has only been inspected by the dealer as far as I am aware. There was no warning messages or lights prior to shattering, only a strong electrical burning smell moments beforehand.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11755977 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Other systems
1
Most reports here involve other issues.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11552937 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
How does it compare with other years? The 2024 has 95 complaints on file, more than the 2023 (37) and more than the 2025 (12). Of the 16 model years of the Nissan Versa we cover, the 2012 has the most (486). Older model years have had longer to collect complaints.