nissan Versa problems
0 safety recalls. 204 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE SLID ON ICE AND CRASHED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER RECEIVED A MILD CONCUSSION AFTER HER FACE STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL. MEDICAL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN VERSA. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO HAVE THE FUEL TANK REPAIRED, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SOFTWARE NEEDED TO BE UPDATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MOSSY NISSAN CHULA VISTA (1885 AUTO PARK PL,…
PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT (WARNING THAT THE AIRBAGS ARE OFF) IS CONSTANTLY ON; NO MATTER IF NO ONE, AN ADULT, OR A CHILD IS IS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. OCCURS WHEN VEHICLE IS IDLE OR IN MOTION. SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT (WARNING THAT SEAT BELTS ARE NOT BEING USED BY DRIVER…
TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ACCELERATE WHICH CAN LEAD TO ACCIDENTS WHEN TRAFFIC IS UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN WHEN NISSAN SLOWS DOWN AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE. APPEARS THAT 2014 HAD A RECALL BUT THAT RECALL IS NOT HONORED FOR 2013 NISSAN VERSA. A 5 YEAR OLD CAR NEEDS A TRANSMISSION BEFORE THE…
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Common questions
Is the 2013 Nissan Versa reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 204 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Nissan Versa is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2013 Nissan Versa?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 70 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Nissan Versa has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Nissan Versa?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 204 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.