NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 255 owner complaints for the 2015 Nissan Versa. Most complaints involve power train (68) and engine (37). The EPA rates it 29–34 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Nissan Versa sedan vehicles manufactured June 9, 2011, to March 11, 2015, and 2014-2015 Nissan Versa Note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to March 11, 2015. The affected vehicles have a center console trim panel that may catch the driver's shoe and delay the transition from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured June 9, 2015, to June 10, 2015, and 2015 Nissan Sentra and Versa Note vehicles manufactured June 5, 2015, to June 13, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver side front and rear doors may not fully latch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Versa model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 354 |
| 2008 | 381 |
| 2009 | 504 |
| 2010 | 269 |
| 2011 | 269 |
| 2012 | 486 |
| 2013 | 204 |
| 2014 | 343 |
| 2015 | 255 |
| 2016 | 110 |
| 2017 | 72 |
| 2018 | 60 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 64 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 97 |
| 2025 | 13 |
“The vehicle experienced a failure of the transmission/CVT transmission system and is available for inspection upon request. Prior to the failure, the vehicle began showing symptoms including hesitation while accelerating, jerking, slipping between gears, and delayed response when pressing the gas pedal beginning around February 2026. Warning indicators and abnormal driving behavior continued leading up to the complete failure. The issue placed my safety and the safety of others at risk because the vehicle unexpectedly lost power and struggled to accelerate in traffic, increasing the risk of a collision. The problem has been confirmed by a dealership/independent mechanic after inspection of the vehicle. The vehicle and transmission system have also been inspected by service professionals, and documentation of the diagnosis is available if needed.”
“The contact's brother rented a 2015 Nissan Versa Note through Turo. The contact stated that while her brother was driving at approximately 15 MPH in a tunnel, the transmission was slipping, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, and the vehicle unexpectedly rolled backwards while on an incline. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The renter contacted the company, which stated that it was normal for the engine light to be illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.”
“Car was in park and idling in my driveway. I stepped out of it and closed my driver's side door when all of my side airbags deployed. There were no warning lights on prior to failure. Fortunately no one was in the car at the time, but otherwise we could have been injured by the impact of the airbag deploying. Inspection has not yet occurred. Waiting to hear from my insurance company so I know where I can take it.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versa Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 39 | 34 | $1,850 | 261 |
| Versa Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 30 | $2,100 | 296 |
| Versa Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 35 | 29 | $2,150 | 306 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
2 safety recalls as of Nov 8, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 255 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (68), engine (37), air bags (36). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2015 Nissan Versa at 29–34 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Nissan Versa 4 out of 5 stars overall.