Is the 2024 Nissan Versa reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Nissan Versa is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Nissan Versa?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Nissan Versa have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

2024 Nissan Versa

▲ Better than typical

2024 Nissan Versa
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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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 96
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2024: 96 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.

Engine

55% · 53 reports

CRASH

Show complaint excerpts

Rod, piston breaks and punctures tire after losing ability to steer, accelerate, brake. MANUFACTURER DEFECT/RECALL on stated parts not revealed until after car crashed. No test drive given.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-07

Also filed under Steering and suspension

Car lost power and wouldnât go over 55mph

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-19

Power train

35% · 34 reports

Vehicle speed control

21% · 20 reports

Electrical system

17% · 16 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

10% · 10 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2024-03-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-10-02 Reduced Power After Engine Stall
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2024-04-10Air bags24V154000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

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2024 Nissan Versa — pre-purchase inspection

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Engine: 53 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 34 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 20 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 24V154000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Nissan Versa reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Nissan Versa is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Nissan Versa?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 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.