2025 Nissan Versa Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 15, 2026 · 12 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Versa years
Far fewer complaints than other years 19th of 19 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Nissan Versa. That ranks 19th out of 19 Versa model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (4 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Nissan Versa
2023 Nissan Versa (N18) in Stuttgart-Vaihingen. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2025 Nissan Versa problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train4
Engine3 · ~1,907 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance2 · ~50 mi
Back Over Prevention1
Electrical System1
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~13 mi
Service Brakes1
Steering1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Visibility/wiper1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train433%———
Engine325%1,907——
Forward Collision Avoidance217%50——
Back Over Prevention18%———
Electrical System18%———
Fuel System, Gasoline18%13——
Service Brakes18%———
Steering18%———
Vehicle Speed Control18%———
Visibility/wiper18%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 8 complaints
2025: 4202542026: 820268

n = 12 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2025 Nissan Versa recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2025 Nissan Versa.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Water accumulating on plastic valve cover in recessed areas exposing metal fasteners to corrosion. Metal fasteners showing sings of corrosion.

Power Train · received Sep 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11764571

When the vehicle was first purchased , the unit was test driven and liked it. vehicle was purchased new around end of XXXearly XXX, when they told us the vehicle was ready for pick up we went to pick it up and as soon as we drove it out of the lot the unit broke down the transmission would not go…

Power Train · received Jul 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748923

Sudden total loss of power while driving. Multiple lights on dash immediately, at least 5 different lights on dash with message that says check manual. Daughter stranded in the road at 10:30pm. Good Samaritan helped to push vehicle while directing traffic to not get hit. Towing to dealer asap since…

Power Train · received Jul 4, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11748254

Vehicle engine and all electrical shut-off, at intersection of XXX. in [XXX] on February 4th (on or before 6:57 AM MST) where the hazard lights failed to come on. My further answers to the questions above as [jhh]answer[/jhh]: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available…

Electrical System · received Mar 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11728055

The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended and made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was driven to the nearest family member's residence due to safety concerns. The contact stated that…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Mar 25, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11727044

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Nissan Versa?

Owners most often report power train, engine, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2025 Nissan Versa?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2025 Nissan Versa a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Versa model years, the 2025 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.