NISSAN: CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT SET AND DTC P0605 IS STORED.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Nissan Versa cruise control problems
severe Owners of the 2013 Nissan Versa have filed 15 NHTSA complaints about the cruise control, typically surfacing around 37,000 miles at roughly $600 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See cruise control across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
| Model year | cruise control complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 Versa | 8 |
| 2010 Versa | 3 |
| 2012 Versa | 13 |
| 2013 Versa (this page) | 15 |
| 2014 Versa | 13 |
| 2015 Versa | 8 |
2crashes
2injuries
What stands out
Of the 9 model years of Nissan Versa we track for cruise control problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 15.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering cruise control on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
SERVICE INFORMATION The "Lock / Unlock request buttons" that are located on the outside door handles of vehicles with Intelligent Key can be disabled (or enabled) through either the "Comfort & Conv." settings of the Audio/Visual/Navigation system, orthrough the "Combination Meter settings" depending on the vehicle model, year and trim level. NOTE: In some instances this feature may be unintentionally disabled. Please verify the status of this feature before any further diagnostic is performed. Please see this bulletin for further details.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of the 2013 Versa describe a range of driveability failures. Several report sudden stalling at highway speeds, complete loss of power, or transmission feel-like symptoms where the car barely accelerates from a stop despite engine revving. One owner's dealer attributed transmission malfunction to faulty tail light electrical resistance and fixed it with tail light replacement—an unusual diagnosis. Others report hesitation and shaking when accelerating, slow pickup to highway speeds, and RPM surging above 65 MPH.
Brake issues appear in multiple complaints: one owner experienced complete brake failure at 35 MPH, crashed into a parked vehicle, and had an open recall (NHTSA 15V507000) for brake systems that went unrepaired before failure. Manufacturer inspection later claimed no failure occurred. Another owner reported brake delay and pedal feel-stuckness.
Cruise control failure is documented, with the brake pedal becoming ineffective while cruise is engaged, causing the vehicle to swerve repeatedly and not slow down until cruise was manually canceled.
Accelerator pedal design appears problematic: multiple owners report shoes or feet getting trapped between the pedal and trim piece when transitioning to braking, slowing reaction time. One owner noted this recurring issue since purchase with size-13 shoes.
Same Nissan Versa cruise control reports on nearby years: 2012 · 2014
Failure modes owners describe
Stalling or sudden loss of power
Vehicle stalls without warning while driving, loses power and cannot accelerate, or dies on acceleration ramps. Some owners report the car feels stuck in high gear with barely any response in Drive. In one case, electrical issue in tail light was alleged as root cause after dealer diagnosis and replacement.
When: 37,000 miles; 80,000 miles; varying mileages reported
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden stall while driving; Complete loss of power; Unable to restart or takes multiple tries; Transmission feels stuck in high gear; Engine revs but car barely moves in Drive position
Repairs/costs cited: Throttle body replacement mentioned in one case; tail light replacement mentioned in another (unusual diagnosis). Vehicle was not repaired in some cases; towed but not diagnosed in others.
Hesitation, shaking, and delayed acceleration
Owners report the vehicle hesitates when pressing the gas pedal, with shaking and shuddering during acceleration. Slow to reach highway speeds and exhibits revving or surging at highway speeds. One owner noted jerking of RPM needle while accelerating.
When: Various mileages; one complaint at 100,200 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Hesitation when pressing gas pedal; Shaking and shuddering during acceleration; Slow pickup, takes time to reach highway speeds; RPM surging at highway speeds (pushing to 3500 RPM above 65 MPH); RPM needle jerks up and down during acceleration; Delayed or erratic shifting
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs documented in narratives; one owner suspected transmission-related issue.
Brake failure or brake system issues
Owner reports brakes lost power at 35 MPH, vehicle did not stop and crashed into parked vehicle. Owner received recall notification NHTSA 15V507000 (Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) but vehicle was not repaired prior to failure. Manufacturer inspector later claimed no brake failure occurred.
When: 37,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of brake power; Vehicle would not stop; Multiple warning lights illuminated; Unable to control vehicle
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle was towed to independent mechanic; was not repaired.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall NHTSA 15V507000 issued for Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Manufacturer inspector stated no brake failure occurred.
Cruise control malfunction
Owner reports that while using cruise control, braking did not work properly. When the owner gently pressed brake pedal to slow down, vehicle swerved left and right across highway multiple times and would not slow down. Only pressing cruise control button to cancel resulted in slowing.
When: Not specified
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal ineffective while cruise control engaged; Vehicle swerved left and right across highway; Would not slow down on brake application; Only canceling cruise control resulted in deceleration
Accelerator pedal design issues and entrapment
Multiple owners report foot or shoe getting caught between accelerator pedal and trim piece when trying to transition from gas to brake. Owners with larger feet report this occurs regularly, causing delayed reaction and braking time. One owner also reports non-OEM floor mat getting stuck on gas pedal.
When: Since purchase in February 2014 for one owner; ongoing issue
Symptoms owners cite: Foot or shoe trapped between accelerator and trim; Delayed ability to move foot from gas to brake; Increased reaction and braking time; Floor mat (non-OEM) getting stuck on pedal
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs documented.
Brake delay or brake pedal sticking
Owner reports delays in braking procedures with brake pedal feeling stuck, foot or heel getting stuck even when maintaining distance from vehicle ahead. Noise when shifting to Reverse. Multiple close calls and one accident involvement (owner stated they were not the cause).
When: Not specified; accident involvement in February 2018
Symptoms owners cite: Delays in braking response; Brake pedal feels stuck; Foot or heel gets stuck on brake pedal; Noise when shifting to Reverse; Multiple close calls with accidents
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner mentions Takata recall context but no specific recall repair documented.
Unintended rapid acceleration
Vehicle accelerated rapidly without driver input at low speed (2 MPH), causing crash into building with injury to driver.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden rapid acceleration without pedal input; Loss of vehicle control
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was notified of failure.
Synthesized from 15 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2013 Nissan Versa?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Across the 11 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most cruise control failures cluster between 20,000 and 80,000 miles, with the median around 37,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 20,000; a quarter make it past 80,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Nissan/Versa.
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