The Lemon IndexAll cars · Nissan Versa · 2016
2016 Nissan Versa. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 31 / 39 / 34 | Regular | $1,850 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 27 / 36 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 26 / 35 / 29 | Regular | $2,150 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 9,800 and 62,000 miles. Median 34,300, from 66 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 81,500 | 72,000–90,400 | 14 |
| Airbags | 30,800 | 9,300–48,800 | 12 |
| Brakes | 10,500 | 1,700–50,000 | 11 |
| Engine | 40,500 | 26,000–68,600 | 9 |
| Steering | 10,000 | 4,100–31,400 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 27% |
| Brakes | 19% |
| Steering | 12% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 10% |
| Electrical | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 1 | 11 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Desiccated air bag inflator rupture | 2021 | – |
Manufacturer communications 146
Nissan filed 146 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- PLASTIC INTERIOR TRIM PROTECTIVE COVERING REMOVAL SERVICE INFORMATION Vehicles are delivered…
- DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended
- SERVICE INFORMATION If the configuration of the Audio/Navigation unit has not been completed…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Versa Note 5 HB FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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