2016 Nissan Versa Note
Only 28 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 28 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 135 |
| 2015 | 86 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
10 of 28 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Engine keeps losing oil level when no leaks found which causes transmission and engine to act making weird noises when gas pedal hit when driving car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-19
My vehicle was jumping when accelerating. It then went into limp mode to protect the engine due to code NTB17-034g. The mechanic stated this code is coming up and is a safety issue.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-22
Service brakes
5 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes.
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On December 12, 2016, buy the Nissan Versa Note, on January 7 2017 2.30 pm, crash at 30 or 35 MPH, brake, but only when I hit the other car, on February 28 I crash again in full stop 8 am to 20MPH, haboa lot of traffic and I had a car of separation,...
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-03-07
When I step on the brake pedal for a street light or anywhere I need to use the break, my car makes a noise similar to a loose fan, and once I release the brake the noise stops.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-31
Air bags
5 of 28 total reports mention: air bags.
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The contact owned a 2016 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH in a parking lot, the vehicle failed to stop as needed while the brake pedal was depressed. No warning lights were illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16
On 7/13/2016----- my passenger and I were traveling on clemson road where the posted speed limit is 45 MPH, its a four lane highway with no median.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-17
Also filed under Seat belts
Engine
3 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 28 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Nissan Versa Note — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 5 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2016 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 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Versa Note have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.