2016 Nissan Versa
This year had at least 30% fewer 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
- 81
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
2016: 81 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.
Air bags
26% · 21 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Airbag recall notice recipient on 11/6/2017 checked VIN number crash occurred on 624 e hungry mother rollover front end crash neither airbag deployed I [xxx] have a claim against nationwide insurance.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-07
Driving on a two lane road heard a pop, car sudden pull right front end hitting a ditch on the side of road front end sliding down in the ditch coming to a stop in a vertical position. The air bag didn't deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-04
Also filed under Wheels
In July 2024 my airbag light came for no apparent reason. I took it to Nissan Service-they got it off with no guarantee it would stay off and said the airbag would have to be replaced if it came on again. In came on again in June 2026.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-13
Also filed under Electrical system
Power train
25% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing cvt.
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Transmission failure
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-27
Engine
12% · 10 reportsService brakes
11% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
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Brake issues reported not a good vehicle to have repaired several time- bought brand new - still suffering from multiple visits to dealership and…
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06
Tl* the contact owned a 2016 Nissan Versa. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the brakes failed when the pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact's vehicle crashed head on into another vehicle. A police report was filed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-06
Electrical system
10% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The turn signal lights suddenly came on and were stuck on. When I started the car it began smoking in the dashboard then caught fully on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-07
Also filed under Exterior lighting
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 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 21 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.
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- Is the 2016 Nissan Versa reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Nissan Versa is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Versa?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Versa 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.