2017 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
- 62
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2017
Opened by NHTSA
24% of complaints
Complaints per year
2017: 62 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
24% · 15 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The vehicle was involved in a side impact collision at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was deemed a total loss after the accident, as the side impact was the drivers side door and wheel well.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-27
I purchased my 2017 Nissan Versa in September 11TH, 2017. Within 2 weeks, I began having brake issues. The car would screech when slowing down and make almost a grinding sound when making a hard brake.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-03
Also filed under Service brakes and seat belts
Tl* the contact owned a 2017 Nissan Versa. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a chain reaction crash. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to slow down.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-29
Also filed under Service brakes and seat belts
Electrical system
18% · 11 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Passenger door lock/unlocked, not working. Buzz noise when operating key fob; actuator malfunction. Can't open door manually.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-12
Service brakes
15% · 9 reportsPower train
15% · 9 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the transmission downshifted, and the vehicle decelerated to 5 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the roadway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-01
Engine
13% · 8 reportsSafety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2016-12-02Air bags16V724000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2017 Versa vehicles manufactured August 1, 2016, to August 16, 2016.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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2017-06-12Air bags17V275000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Versa, and Versa Note vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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2018-10-01Electrical system18V551000 Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Nissan Versa — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V724000 · Air bags
- Recall 17V275000 · Air bags
- Recall 18V551000 · Electrical system
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- Is the 2017 Nissan Versa reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Nissan Versa is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Versa?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Versa have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.