2016 Nissan Versa Note Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note.

20152017
Complaints
42
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2016 Nissan Versa Note Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#19 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:85,373 mi
#25 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:33,017 mi
Crash-related:1
#34 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note.

Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
85,373
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
33,017
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2016 Nissan Versa Note — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2016 Nissan Versa Note reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2016 Nissan Versa Note has 42 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 9 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (9 complaints, avg 85,373 mi); Brakes (5 complaints, avg 33,017 mi); Airbags (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 66,674 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2016 Nissan Versa Note have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Versa Note reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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