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severe Owners of the 2017 Nissan Versa have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the airbags, typically surfacing around 10,320 miles at roughly $1,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See airbags across all vehicles →
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 Versa | 21 |
| 2014 Versa | 37 |
| 2015 Versa | 24 |
| 2016 Versa | 15 |
| 2017 Versa (this page) | 14 |
| 2018 Versa | 12 |
| 2020 Versa | 4 |
| 2021 Versa | 3 |
Of the 14 airbags complaints filed for the 2017 Nissan Versa, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
All 2 active airbags recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
Airbags accounts for 23% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 9 categories tracked.
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.
In the event of a crash, if the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags 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.
DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. IF YOU CONFIRM DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR UNIT) is stored, AND OCS zero point reset cannot be performed, (continued on the next page)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗DTC B00A0-00 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR UNIT) is stored And OCS zero point reset cannot be performed (continued on the next page) And The following screen displays: ACTION 1. Check the Occupant Classification System (OCS) control unit using the ODS Analysis tool software. ï· Refer to SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 5. HINT: âOCSâ may also be referred to as âODSâ. 2. Perform â75-zero RESETâ.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Owners of 2017 Nissans Versa describe frontal airbags that failed to deploy in actual crashes—including rear-end collision at 60 mph, chain-reaction crash at 35 mph, barrier impact at 40 mph, and head-on collision at 45 mph. In at least one incident, side airbags deployed while frontal bags remained silent. Occupants sustained serious injuries: fractured ribs, broken sternum, bruised chest, unconsciousness, and seat belt burn. One owner also reported the seat belt was nowhere to be found after deployment and airbag inflation, despite wearing it at the time of impact.
Beyond deployment failures, owners cite Takata recall delays (PM662 / 16V-724) lasting weeks to over six months, with dealers stating parts are backordered and providing poor communication. Others report airbag warning lights that stay illuminated and will not clear without crash involvement, and persistent seat belt warning indicators. One owner's driver-side airbag system failed completely with no accident preceding it. The narratives consistently indicate manufacturer notification occurred in some cases, but documented repair or recall completion is sparse.
Same Nissan Versa airbags reports on nearby years: 2014 · 2015 · 2016 · 2018
In multiple crash scenarios involving frontal or near-frontal impact, the front driver and passenger airbags did not deploy despite sufficient crash severity and speed. Some side airbags deployed when frontal bags did not. Owners reported serious injuries including fractured ribs, broken sternum, bruised chest, and unconsciousness.
When: At various mileages: 9,000 miles (rear-end at 60 mph), 12,000 miles (chain reaction at 35 mph), 60,000 miles (barrier collision at 40 mph); also one at approximately 45 mph following swerve to avoid deer
Symptoms owners cite: Frontal airbags silent in frontal collisions; Side airbags deployed when frontal bags did not; No warning indicators illuminated prior to failure; Complete absence of restraint during impact
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicles involved in these failures were either deemed total loss, towed to impound, or taken to independent mechanics. Manufacturer was contacted in at least two cases but vehicles were not repaired.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer opened case in at least one instance. No recall action or repair strategy documented in these narratives.
Multiple owners scheduled airbag recall service (PM662 / 16V-724, Takata recall) but Nissan dealers reported parts were not in stock and required waiting periods of weeks to months. Owners experienced long delays and poor communication from dealers; at least one owner waited over six months with no callback from dealer.
When: Recall notifications sent December 2017–early 2018 timeframe; delays extended from weeks to over six months
Symptoms owners cite: Dealer states parts not available; Indefinite waiting period quoted to customer; Lack of communication from service department; Recall incomplete months after initial appointment
Codes mentioned: PM662, 16V-724
Repairs/costs cited: Recall parts had to be ordered; dealer claimed unknown timeline for arrival.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Takata recall PM662 / 16V-724 issued. No documentation of expedited part supply or dealer accountability.
Owner reported airbag warning light continuously lit and blinking with no underlying crash or obvious physical damage. Light would not extinguish, suggesting an electrical or sensor malfunction in the airbag control module or associated wiring.
When: No mileage or specific timing provided; described as happening 'out of nowhere one day'
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminated and blinking continuously; Light will not go out; No crash or accident preceding the warning
Repairs/costs cited: Owner stated 'driver side airbag system completely broken.' No repair action documented.
Owner reported airbag alert signal remaining illuminated and seat belt light indicator staying on continuously. Both warning systems did not clear, suggesting either faulty sensors or wiring in the restraint system.
When: No specific mileage or timing provided
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag alert signal illuminated and will not go off; Seat belt light indicator will not go out
In a frontal chain-reaction crash at 35 mph, seat belt did not function as intended. In another frontal collision narrative, owner reported seat belt was nowhere to be found after airbag deployment, despite having been worn. Owner also reported seat belt burn to neck in one crash where airbags failed to deploy.
When: At 12,000 miles (chain reaction crash); also at 3,000 miles in brake-failure collision with airbag deployment
Symptoms owners cite: Seat belt did not restrain occupant during crash; Seat belt could not be located after collision; Seat belt burn to neck reported; Seat belt failure concurrent with airbag malfunction
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs documented. Vehicles were either totaled or not repaired.
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
Airbag light keeps coming on and off
I purchased my 2017 Nissan versa in september 11th, 2017. Within 2 weeks, I began having brake issues. The car would screech when slowing down and make almost a grinding sound when making a hard brake. I took it to the dealer who I purchased the car from (abc Nissan) and they twice refused to fix it. Than I drove across town to another dealer (midway Nissan) who admitted that it was a known…
Takata recall - Nissan dealer in glendale heights, il has repeatedly stated that they will call me when the part/s have arrived. It has been over six months
It's a meaningful issue. 14 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 4,500 and 60,000 miles, with the median around 10,320. A quarter of owners report trouble before 4,500; a quarter make it past 60,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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.
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.