2010 Nissan Versa
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 354 |
| 2008 | 381 |
| 2009 | 503 |
| 2010 | 267 |
| 2011 | 269 |
| 2012 | 485 |
| 2013 | 204 |
| 2014 | 205 |
| 2015 | 168 |
| 2016 | 80 |
| 2017 | 62 |
| 2018 | 55 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 64 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 95 |
| 2025 | 11 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
49% of complaints: air bags — 130 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing inflator module and frontal.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY STARTED TURNING ALL THE WAY TO THE LEFT ON ITS OWN WHILE I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT ABOUT 50MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED IN THIS POSITION AND WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN BACK TO A NEUTRAL POSITION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180923
2010 NISSAN VERSA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE CRASH. CONSUMER STATES THAT VEHICLE IS UNSAFE AND SHOULD NOT BE ON THE ROAD. *LD THE CONSUMER STATEE THE VEHILE INVOLVED IN A CRASH IN WHICH THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *JS
NHTSA ODI report, 20180814
AIRBAG INFLATORS, NEED FREE REPLACEMENT AIRBAG. DEALER SAY GO WWW.AIRBAGRECALL.COM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180206
26% of complaints: suspension — 69 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing coil springs and rear.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 TO 60 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE LANES, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE STARTED TO FISHTAIL AND SHE WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AS NORMAL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110420
There has been a popping and creaking noise when turning the wheel at low speeds to the left, the passenger side of the car has now dropped and the spring, struts and mounts have to be replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250915
6% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and horn.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ROOF STARTED MELTING AND SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM THE ROOF. A FIRE DID NOT ERUPT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130429
6% of complaints: engine — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FELT UNSAFE SINCE PURCHASE 7/2010 DEALER REFUSED SAME DAY TO SWAP. INSPECTED REPEATEDLY TOLD NOTHING WRONG. 2/2011 BEGAN REPURCHASE WITH NISSAN TOLD NOTHING WRONG. NISSAN REG REP TRIED BRIBE NEW TIRES TO DROP REPURCHASE BEFORE INSPECTION THEN LEFT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130209
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
6% of complaints: structure — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and door.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I AM VERY MUCH MOTIVATED TO WRITE ABOUT NISSAN VERSA, THE COMPACT/ECONOMY VEHICLE. I HAVE DRIVEN THIS CAR FOR ABOUT 8 HOURS AND ON BOTH OCCASIONS IT WAS THE SAME DREADFUL EXPERIENCE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110501
SAFETY TIMELINE
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEP
Campaign 10V401000 — check if this car was fixed
Front Coil Spring Fracture
Nissan (Nissan North America, Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Nissan Versa vehicles manufactured May 8, 2006, to November 12, 2012, that were sold or ever registered in the District of Columbia, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois,...
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front coil springs, free of charge. The recall began on February 2, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 15V573000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second notice by May 15, 2017.
Campaign 16V349000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and 2007-2012 Versa Hatchback vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the subject inflator with a new one manufactured by a different supplier, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 17V449000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 18V044000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 18V401000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020.
Campaign 20V008000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 22E066000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Nissan Versa — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (130 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (69 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V401000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V573000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V349000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V449000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V044000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V401000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V008000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22E066000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Nissan Versa reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Nissan Versa is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Versa?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Nissan Versa have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.