Last updated: 2026-10-10
2025 Nissan Versa Reliability Report
The 2025 Nissan Versa has excellent reliability and no recalls, though owners report sudden automatic braking and power loss.
Recalls
0
Complaints
9
Complaint Rate
1.8per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$456
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,700–$2,000
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
The best-rated of five scored Versa years, with no recalls and few complaints, though owners report unexpected automatic braking and power loss.
Top Issues to Watch
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2)
- ENGINE (2)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)
Generation & Refresh (US)
2025 is 1 year after the 2024 model year refresh refresh.
- Year 2 in the Third generation (N18) (2024–present).
- 3rd generation Versa (US).
What this means for buyers
Post-refresh years tend to be among the most refined — updates have been applied and early kinks worked out.
2024: Third generation (N18) Launch
Generation start — new platform.
2025: This Model Year
2025 is 1 year after the 2024 model year refresh refresh.
Should You Buy the 2025 Nissan Versa?
Reliability stands at excellent, the best of the five Versa model years we score, and above average among 2025 sedans. Owners filed 9 complaints, about 1.8 per 10,000 sold, and federal recall records list none. The 2024 Versa, from the same generation, rates good but has 91 complaints and one recall.
Two problems stand out. The forward collision avoidance system can brake when the driver does not expect it. One complaint describes a crash with one injury: the car stopped suddenly and locked up partway through a left turn. Another reports the warning light and a safety message coming on in rain. The engine complaints describe lost power. One owner reports jerking and heavy vibration on cold starts, then weak acceleration, with repeat dealer visits that found no cause. Another says the car would not pass 45 mph and went into limp mode with no warning lights. Both appeared very early, at 13 miles and about 3,800 miles.
Ask the seller for dealer records covering the braking system and the engine. A test drive that includes a cold start and a hard acceleration is worth the time.
See also the 2024 Nissan Versa for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Strong reliability score
- +Low major repair risk (10%)
- +No recalls issued
- +Below-average complaint rate for Sedan
- +5-star NHTSA crash rating
Cons
- −FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE issues reported (2 complaints)
Compare 2025 Nissan Versa With
2025 Toyota Corolla
Reliability: 84/100
2025 Hyundai Elantra
Reliability: 87/100
2025 Honda Civic
Reliability: 84/100
2025 Mazda 3
Reliability: 79/100
2025 Volkswagen Jetta
Reliability: 81/100
Common Problem Categories
Other
HIGH RISK- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2)
- ENGINE (2)
Recall Overview
0
recalls on record
No recalls are on record for the 2025 Nissan Versa — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
1.8
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 2
Safety Incidents
2
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
Buying a used 2025 Nissan Versa? Check its history first
Forward collision avoidance problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Nissan Versa, and 0 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2025 Nissan Versa NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 11.8%
Safety Technologies
Nissan VersaRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$456
vs $456 avg for subcompact cars
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.4
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
10%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
Nissan Versa Resale Value
The Nissan Versa is estimated to retain about 57.1% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
This benchmark covers the Nissan Versa model overall and is not specific to the 2025 model year.
- Value Retained
- 57.1%
- Depreciation
- 42.9%
- Listings Analyzed
- 188
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.
Explore Nissan Versa depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.comMPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
30–35 MPG
Running cost: $2,150–$2,450/yr
Fuel + repair
27–32 city / 35–40 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versa 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 32 | 40 | 35 | $1,700 |
| Versa 1.6L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,000 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Nissan Versa.
Start the engine cold and feel for jerking or unusual vibration before it warms up.
After warm-up, accelerate firmly up to highway speed and confirm the car pulls past 45 mph without hesitating.
Ask for service records and look for repeat dealer visits for vibration, weak acceleration, or limp mode.
Drive through several turns and intersections, and note any sudden automatic braking when nothing is ahead.
If you can, test drive in rain and watch for a forward collision system warning light.
2025 Nissan Versa Common Problems by Component
9 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
2 complaintsSafety-relatedAutomatic braking can engage when the driver doesn't expect it, and the forward collision warning light can come on in rain. Two complaints are on file, including one crash with one injury. In that crash, the car stopped suddenly and locked up partway through a left turn, leaving it in the path of an approaching vehicle. The other complaint describes a forward collision warning light and safety message at highway speed once rain began. The light went out when the rain stopped. Neither report mentions a dealer diagnosis or repair.
ENGINE
2 complaintsAcceleration can fall off, and the car can lose power without warning. Two complaints describe this. One reports jerking and heavy vibration on cold starts, then weak acceleration after warm-up, with repeat dealer visits that have not found a cause. The other says the car would not go past 45 mph, went into limp mode with no warning lights, and then reset on its own. Losing power in traffic is a safety risk. Both problems appeared very early, at 13 miles and about 3,800 miles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaintVehicle engine and all electrical shut-off, at intersection of XXX. in [XXX] on February 4th (on or before 6:57 AM MST) where the hazard lights failed to come on. My further answers to the questions above as [jhh]answer[/jhh]: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? [jhh]The engine, and all electrical, lost power, including the hazard lights. The rental car company has possession, I do not know if they will allow a safety inspection, or not.[/jhh] How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? [jhh]The vehicle was disabled in the middle of the intersection, blocking traffic, I had to open the door, get out of the vehicle, and manually push it out of the way so that a cement truck, and other traffic could get through. My safety was put at risk, as the hazard lights failed to operate, so that fast moving, un-coming traffic, can be warned, to prevent a lethal collision.[/jhh] Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? [jhh]Not that I know of.[/jhh] Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? [jhh]The vehicle has been inspected by the rental car company when it was returned on February 12th.[/jhh] Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? [jhh]The hazard lights failed to turn on. I suspect, if there is an "advanced safety feature" installed, it may have created an unsafe, "failsafe" condition, where it not only disables the vehicle, but also, disables the hazard lights. There was some road space between me and the traffic light, so I slowly drove forward while looking down at the dash board. This is about the time the vehicle shutoff completely, when the light turned green, and I could not move out of the way, of traffic, and could not turn on the hazards.[/jhh] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
FUEL SYSTEM (1 complaints)
FUEL SYSTEM
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2025 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended and made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was driven to the nearest family member's residence due to safety concerns. The contact stated that while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle was driving significantly sluggish and was jerking abnormally. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot. The contact turned off the vehicle. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle was driven but failed to drive at the intended speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that fuel was not reaching the engine and two other unknown failures were found. The dealer added fuel to the vehicle, and unknown clamps were installed on the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to Nissan of Downtown LA (635 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015); where it was determined that the failure could be related to the fuel quality. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the dealer that an unknown computer part for the engine needed to be installed, and the vehicle needed to be reset. The vehicle was not repaired because the first dealer who sold the vehicle declined to cover the repair. An unknown yellow warning light was intermittently illuminated. The failure mileage was approximately 13.
STEERING (1 complaints)
STEERING
1 complaintSafety-relatedVehicle: 2025 Nissan Versa Mileage: 276 Date: 01/17/26 Location: my home in Winston salem nc Warning lights: None observed / Unknown While reversing to park, the vehicle suddenly lost power steering and braking assistance at the same time. The steering became extremely hard to turn, and the brakes did not stop the vehicle. I lost control, and the car continued rolling backward, resulting in a collision with another parked vehicle. After the vehicle stopped, I shifted into Park and the engine shut off. When I attempted to restart, the vehicle would not start. After approximately one minute, it restarted normally and I was able to move the vehicle. This failure occurred without warning and created a serious safety hazard due to loss of steering and braking control.
VISIBILITY/WIPER (1 complaints)
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaintMy windshield started to crack from the very bottom middle (just above the hood) and made its way up and splintered in multiple directions rapidly. I believe it's maybe heat related (probably defective) because I can't find an impact spot if it was a rock or something similar. I can feel the crack on the outside of the windshield at the very bottom (just above the hood) where the glass starts for about 3 maybe 4 inches, a nice little groove then after splintering in multiple directions I can no longer feel the cracks. Can you please look into this issue.
POWER TRAIN (1 complaints)
POWER TRAIN
1 complaintI had experienced a power loss. I could not go over 50 mph on the highway. I'm a new driver so I believe this was because I've been stalling it quite a bit and restarting the car.
Best & Worst Nissan Versa Years
Best Nissan Versa Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreNissan Versa Years to Avoid
No Nissan Versa years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 73 and 81 across 5 scored model years.
Nissan Versa Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 76/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 81/100 | Excellent |
Nissan Versa Reliability Compared to Other Years
Frequently Asked Questions
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Don’t buy a 2025 Nissan Versa without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2025 Nissan Versa
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Nissan Versa does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on complaint severity (74/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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