2022 Nissan Versa
Only 20 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 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 354 |
| 2008 | 381 |
| 2009 | 503 |
| 2010 | 268 |
| 2011 | 269 |
| 2012 | 485 |
| 2013 | 204 |
| 2014 | 206 |
| 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
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 20 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.
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At approximately 135,000 miles my automatic transmission began "slipping" or lurching while accelerating.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260709
I've owned this car less than a month and this has happened to me twice. I start to drive the car and experience a severe loss of power. The accelerator is pushed to the floor and the car barely moves.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231014
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
6 of 20 total reports mention: engine.
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Iâm [XXX] with health issues and my mother is [XXX] we bought a car at ( Drive Time ) hoping we would get a good car to go to the dr , I have a [XXX] I canât afford it though,in my opinion I felt drive time took advantage of us because I look...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260724
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This manual car puts itself into limp mode any time the engine is killed (If you drop the clutch too quickly because it is a manual transmission) while driving it.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230331
3 of 20 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
3 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.
3 of 20 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
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I was driving and the car suddenly stopped by itself and I didn't have any obstacle in front of me. After that, I guess is the Parking Collision Warning light turned on, and I heard a beep with no reason.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230509
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
Reduced Power After Engine Stall
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Nissan Versa — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Nissan Versa 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 2022 Nissan Versa?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Nissan Versa have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.