Is the 2015 Nissan Versa reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Nissan Versa is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Versa?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Versa have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2015 Nissan Versa

● Typical for this model

2015 Nissan Versa
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 168
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2015: 168 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2007	354
2008	381
2009	504
2010	269
2011	269
2012	485
2013	204
2014	206
2015	168
2016	81
2017	62
2018	57
2019	24
2020	64
2021	32
2022	20
2023	37
2024	96
2025	12

Known problem areas

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

Power train

28% · 47 reports

CRASHINJURY

Engine

15% · 26 reports

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The vehicle engine stalled while driving in motion at approximately 65 miles per hour, and occasionally would stall without warning while waiting at a traffic light stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-21

Also filed under Air bags

Air bags

15% · 25 reports

CRASHINJURY

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I was driving on the interstate. Traffic was slowing down, I took my foot off accelerator to slow with traffic ahead of me. The car infront of me stopped abruptly and my car wouldn't stop. My brake pedal wa all the way to the floor.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-14

Also filed under Seat belts and service brakes

Nissan Versa was struck on driver side front bumper and panel, the windshield and back glass blown out from impact.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-08-14

Vehicle speed control

13% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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Steering

12% · 20 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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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

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2015 Nissan Versa — pre-purchase inspection

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Power train: 47 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 26 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 25 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 15V507000 · Service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Nissan Versa reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Nissan Versa is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Versa?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Versa have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

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