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ProblemsByVin File / 2017-NISSAN-VERSA
2017 · nissan

nissan Versa problems

2 safety recalls. 62 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
14 reports · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
11 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
8 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
4 reports · avg $450
moderate
body
3 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
3 reports · avg $3,100
severe
steering
3 reports · avg $700
severe
suspension
3 reports · avg $900
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 Versa · powertrain
Transmission failed 2x within 6 months extended warranty was 5k miles past 130k max mileage coverage 2nd transmission went out going 20 mph and revved up to 25mph and transmission failed. 1st time it went out I was in Cleveland on a busy road making a turn and transmission went…
12/13/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11497292.0
2017 Versa · brakes
I'VE HAD TO FIX MY BRAKES 3 TIMES AND IT'S ONLY BEEN A YEAR, TO TO MENTION I'M STILL HEARING A SCRATCHING SOUNDS WHEN I BRAKE. SO THERE'S OBVIOUSLY SOMETHING WRONG WITH SOMETHING ELSE AND I SHOULDN'T BE COMING OUT OF POCKET THIS MUCH FOR BRAKES.
12/12/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11160945.0
2017 Versa · cruise control
RECALL WAS ON VERSA KEY SWITCH, BUT NOW MY SPEEDOMETER NOT PROPERLY WORKING, CRUISE CONTROL, ABS& BRAKE LIGHTS ALSO CAME ON. THE LOYALTY NISSAN MECHANICS CAN'T FIGURE OUT WHAT'S WRONG
12/10/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11288191.0
2017 Versa · visibility
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE WINDOWS ON THE VEHICLE WERE UNCLEAR AND WERE COVERED WITH A FILM AND SPOTS. THE FAILUER CREATED A VISIBILITY HAZARD. WHILE DRIVING, THE WINDOWS BECAME FOGGED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED.…
12/05/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11287052.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 17V275000 26/04/2017

Nissan North America, Inc

In the event of a crash, if the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
severe NHTSA 16V724000 11/10/2016

Nissan North America, Inc

In the event of a crash necessitating side curtain air bag deployment, if the side curtain air bags do not deploy as intended there would be an increased risk of injury.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Common questions

Is the 2017 Nissan Versa reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 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 2017 Nissan Versa?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 14 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 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 2017 Nissan Versa?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 62 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, 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.

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