2019 Nissan Versa problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 24 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2019 Nissan Versa has 24 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 9 complaints, typically surfacing around 24,720 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Versa | 79 | 0 |
| 2017 Versa | 62 | 2 |
| 2018 Versa | 54 | 1 |
| 2019 Versa (this page) | 24 | 0 |
| 2020 Versa | 64 | 1 |
| 2021 Versa | 31 | 3 |
| 2022 Versa | 19 | 0 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2019 Nissan Versa? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- powertrain — 9 owner reports · tends to show around 24,720 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- electrical — 4 owner reports · tends to show around 66,662 mi · ~$850 to fix
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 8.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I bought a used 2019 Nissan versa with 34, 213 miles from enterprise car sales on 07/08/2020 and at 45,000 miles on 12/20/2020 on my way back from myrtle beach car does not want to accelerate and or change gears when pressing down on the gas pedal. Out of town mechanic looked at…
Car is hacked through the emergency s.o.s systm. Can hear people everyday talking and making telephone calls. I can hear a dispacth with raidos like security of some sort. Even when car battery not in car, hackers still are able to speak through the s.o.s withouth me pushing…
Steering clutch transmission. Letter regarding the malfunctioning of gear shifts, transmission, clutch damaged by 5 speed manual Nissan transmission and stopped my ability to shift gears from 5. No gears worked I was traveling on arizona hwy 60 with cars going 75 miles an hour.…
I had a issue with transmission and went to a mechanic that stated it’s a problem with transmission informed that there was a recall for all Nissans
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Common questions
Is the 2019 Nissan Versa reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 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.
Should you avoid the 2019 Nissan Versa?
On the NHTSA data, the 2019 Nissan Versa does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2019 Nissan Versa?
Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 9 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 24,720 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2019 Nissan Versa a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 24 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 24,720 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2019 Nissan Versa?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 9 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 24,720 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 24,720 miles. 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 2019 Nissan Versa?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 24 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, 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 are not always better value.