Is the 2014 Nissan Versa Note reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Versa Note?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Versa Note have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Nissan Versa Note

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2014 Nissan Versa Note
RENDERED 2026-10-31T20:36:06.218Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 135
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2014: 135 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2014	135
2015	86
2016	28
2017	10
2018	3
2019	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

41% · 55 reports

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My transmission went out pre-maturely on the high way and I almost got rear-ended. Itâs a CVT transmission which has had a class action lawsuit which I wasnât aware of when I bought car in 2020.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-19

Transmission went out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-17

Engine

17% · 23 reports

Air bags

14% · 19 reports

CRASHINJURY

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I had an accident, and it was pretty bad and my air bags did not deploy. The car might be a total loss and I was very surprised and concerned that the bags did not deploy. Even my phone detected the crash and alerted my family members.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-11

May 11,2017 I was hit from behind. While sitting behind a van at a light. Waiting for the light to turn green, a car hit me hard from behind. I hit the fan in front of me buckling hood & the front grill were torn to pieces.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06

Service brakes

14% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

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While traveling out a country road, I was coming up to a stop sign at the bottom of a hill. When I made an attempt to stop, I had no brakes what so ever.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-11

Vehicle speed control

12% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

INJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while attempting to engage the brake or accelerator pedal, a plastic piece hurt his toe. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-01

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2013-08-19Structure13V324000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2014 Versa Note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, through July 3, 2013. The lower body sill bolts may be missing or incorrectly torqued.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install and tighten to specification the lower body sill bolts, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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2013-08-19Seats13V326000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2014 Versa Note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, through July 5, 2013. The rear seat latch bolts may have been manufactured incorrectly, reducing their strength.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear seat latch bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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2014-05-20Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-05-13 Excessive Brake Pedal Travel
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2015-04-01Engineering analysisClosed 2015-09-01 Pedal Operation Interference
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2015-09-14Service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control15V507000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Nissan Versa sedan vehicles manufactured June 9, 2011, to March 11, 2015, and 2014-2015 Nissan Versa Note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to March 11, 2015.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the console trim panel, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2014 Nissan Versa Note — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 55 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 23 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 19 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V324000 · Structure
Recall 13V326000 · Seats
Recall 15V507000 · Service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control

FAQ

Is the 2014 Nissan Versa Note reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Versa Note?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Versa Note have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.