10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 21,983 miles
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Heat shields for exhaust system particularly protecting the gas tank from high heat tear easily at bolts making a rattling sound as a first symptom. This causes cracks in the heat shield which is flimsy, thin material. It poses a risk to drivers in that the gas tank could explode due to lack of protection or from poor protection from heat of exhaust. The sheer number of Nissan Versa and Versa Plus heat shields failing is alarming.
- Fort Worth, TX, USA
CVT transmission would not shift gears. CVT is an automatic transmission, that's supposed to shift automatically. The car would be stuck in low gear causing problems while driving. I took car to Nissan dealer and purchased new CVT transmission
- Farmington, NM, USA
Transmission failed at 65,000 miles
- Rochester, NY, USA
Regarding my 2014 Nissan Versa Note, with "continuous variable (cone shaped) transmission": I first noticed the transmission issue beginning October of 2020. When accelerating quickly, it feels like the transmission FREEZES, so I back off the accelerator and it usually kicks back into gear. When my husband first experienced it, he told me to shift to neutral and back to drive which seems to work; however being on a public thoroughfare and manually shifting gears to keep moving forward seems like a MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. I have read several posts regarding this same issue. MY QUESTION IS: Why hasn't this American/Japanese automobile conglomerate addressed this SAFETY ISSUE WITH A TRANSMISSION RECALL?
- Commerce Township, MI, USA
In Nov. 2019 car was putting took it to the dealership transmission fluid was low and iy had a leak in the line they put fluids in it it was ok for a minute then on Nov 13 had trans cooler line put in it was running ok until now still putting you reimburse my my but I need a transmission are you doing recalls on my transmission
- Harvey, IL, USA
There's been a recall on Nissan Versa note transmissions and I was just recently informed that it included my transmission and Nissan doesn't want to replace it.
- Colonial Beach, VA, USA
Around 65,000 miles I started having an issue with the ctv / automatic transmission. The car sometimes jerks/shakes as I accelerate and takes longer than it used to to speed up. This has put me in immediate danger several times - for example, switching lanes on the highway, I can no longer be certain that I will switch lanes in time for the other cars not to hit me. I took this car to a mechanic who said it may be my transmission fluid - I got the fluid changed in an official Nissan shop in norwell, MA. The issue was not resolved - and when I called the Nissan shop again, they said if the engine light is not on, there is no problem. The issue has not resolved and they do not want to help.
- Rockland, MA, USA
This car has only 34,000 miles on it and the air bag warning light has come and is flashing constantly... given the mileage of the car I was shocked and amazed that I would be having a problem. Other problem I've had is that it has staled out a couple of times for not reason at all when pulling out onto the road.
- Dahlonega, GA, USA
The cvt transmission is failing loss of power while driving can't drive car over 55 mph transmission oil leaks slipping and jerking the RPM of the engine can fluctuate a lot while driving, especially when accelerating.
- Everett, WA, USA
Transmission problem tugging and misfiring until car failed to accelerate, instantly coming to a complete stop in the middle of a 75 mile an hour freeway risking my life and those of others on the hwy. Nissan needs to take responsibility!!!! there are several transmission complaints for this car everywhere online!
- San Antonio, TX, USA
"takata recall", due to unawareness of future issues since all "VIN" numbers have not been input into the recall system that may go pass the deadline plus brake issues(scrubbing as I drive/regular braking, "I don't ride the brake" ever but I drive daily whether on dry/clear road to wet roads less than 1 month post purchase having only 28,300 miles on it at purchase & still, continues today, after having it checked) for my 2014 Nissan versa that I've purchased less than 6 months ago, today, I'm severely concerned due to info mentioned on www.safercar.gov, which I was instructed via us mail to seek detailed info on the takata recall & other issues plus the safety of my daughters & I! the website specifically stated that all "VIN" numbers recalled have not yet been input & may present issues in the future even if not on current recall list, therefore I need these issues resolved asap!
- Columbia, SC, USA
First time on the freeway while running, second time I was parked, but when I try to back up it shot down third time was running. Nissan won't do anything for me they practically said your on your on, and I'm terrified to drive that car, it's just a tragedy waiting to happen and I'm not going to be the victim
- Las Vegas, NV, USA
I bought my car brand new in January of 2014. I have been driving it since. The whole muffler system from the catalytic converter on back needs replaced. That includes the resonator and the muffler and the pipes. Why" it lasted only 3 1/2 years with 51,000 miles on it? that is ridiculous. I paid cash for the car and have no extended warranty. What kind of garbage parts are they using. I live in Pennsylvania and I know we get road salt problems but not in 3 1/2 years. How thin is the metal they used" there is not even an aftermarket part to replace these parts. What a rip off.
- Mercer, PA, USA
Front windshield cracked very easily. Started from bottom of passenger side and while parked I say the cracks spreading up.
- Foster City, CA, USA
Fuel or exhaust smell in the cabin of the car. Unknown of origin after multiple tests at dealership. Occurs when vehicle is idling and in motion.
- Bakersfield, CA, USA
I was driving in stop and go traffic and as I stopped at a red light in the left turn lane, the engine cut off completely and would not start. I had to ask a group of people to help push my car to the side of the road during rush hour traffic. I waited about 30 minutes and the car was able to start again. I was nervous to drive on the expressway to get home as this could pose as a serious threat to safety.
- Pingree Grove, IL, USA
Spontaneous crack in windshield from bottom edge on passenger side. Car was sitting, not running. I was in the car doing work related paperwork when this occurred. I heard a noise, looked up and saw a crack appear and spread upward.
- St Louis, MO, USA
I live in Arizona. I had come to a stop at a red light in some heavy traffic. I was getting ready to make a right turn. At the point of making the right turn the car died. I could not complete the turn. Basically I started to head into other cars that were making a left turn which was perpendicular to my car. I was able to avoid hitting any cars and at the same time was lucky not to be hit by any cars. The car ended up in that left turn lane. When the car stopped I turned the key to the off position and then put the car in park and then waited a minute or two and started the car back up again. No check engine light stayed on after restarting the car and I was able to make it home which was a 1/2 mile away. It was about 105 degrees outside. This seems to be an issue for this type vehicle when it is hot outside. I think one of the service bulletins mentions exactly what I went through. This needs to be fixed because one or more people will get hurt or die. I never have had any issue really of any type with this vehicle before. All the maintenance work that is needed has been done on time. The car has been maintained properly. I did notice probably 30 minutes before driving that the car was having problems accelerating. I kept thinking I didn't have the car in the correct gear but I did. The car during that time seemed sluggish.
- Yuma, AZ, USA
I purchased my Nissan Versa note on 05/14/2014 I took it back to Nissan in ocala Florida. Complaining about the brakes. Now they are 10 times worse, the center console does not work, the paint is pealing, and the paint on bumper is cracking. I was sideswiped on August 2014 and the brakes almost caused us harm, I swerved off the road just in time. I could not come to a short stop, due to the brakes not holding the oncoming car came off the road and side swiped my car. And then went back on the road to hit 2 motorcycles headon. Thad car came over into my side of the road, and was coming at me head on.the brakes went to the floor. I am glad I kept my cool and swerved to the right ending off the road. If not I would be dead rt now. Also I was having trouble with the drivers side front tire. I took it to be checked at a tire shop in temple Texas.the tire assistant showed me my tire, believe it? I have a hard time! there was a plug in my brand new tire. On a brand new car purchased from a Nissan dealer! the electrical system does not work correctly. I have to giggle and giggle the cell phone charging unit to get the phone to charge.in both inserts.the gas gauge does not read correctly all the time.......sometimes on a full tank it shows 200 miles and other times it shows 369 miles.......the paint bubbled up and is pealing. I am sure there is most likely other issues.
- Temple, TX, USA
- San Diego, CA, USA