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2016 Nissan Versa Note

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2016 Nissan Versa Note
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:09:46.661Z

Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan Versa Note Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 2014: 135 complaints 2014 2015: 85 complaints 2015 2016: 27 complaints 2016 2017: 10 complaints 2017 2018: 3 complaints 2018 2019: 1 complaints 2019
2016: 27 complaints
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YearComplaints
2014135
201585
201627
201710
20183
20191

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

9 of 27 total reports mention: power train.

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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, 20231119

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, 20230922

SERVICE BRAKES

5 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH
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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, 20170307

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, 20180331

AIR BAGS

4 of 27 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 20160717

ENGINE

3 of 27 total reports mention: engine.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 27 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Nissan Versa Note — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 33% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.