2013 Nissan Versa Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Nissan Versa.

20122014
Complaints
293
per 10K Sold
25.0
US Sales
117,352
Crashes
27
Fires
0
Injuries
18
Fatalities
3
Recalls
1

Worst 2013 Nissan Versa Problems

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

#172 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:84,624 mi
#232 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:36,037 mi
Crash-related:8
#327 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:91,618 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Nissan Versa.

Transmission / Drivetrain
72
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
84,624
Brakes
32
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
36,037
Unintended Acceleration
27
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
91,618
Engine Problems
26
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
97,031
Airbags
22
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
52,943
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
47,724
Body Structure
12
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
26,264
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
51,560
Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
197,900
Structural Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,815
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
25,912
Wipers & Visibility
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
17,773
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Internal:Cvt
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Wheel Speed Sensor/Tone Ring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Nissan Versa

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~298,747 vehicles.

15V507000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages · Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
~298,747 affected

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.

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2013 Nissan Versa — FAQ

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

Is the 2013 Nissan Versa reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2013 Nissan Versa has 293 NHTSA complaints, 27 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 72 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Nissan Versa?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (72 complaints, avg 84,624 mi); Brakes (32 complaints, avg 36,037 mi); Unintended Acceleration (27 complaints, avg 91,618 mi). 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 2013 Nissan Versa?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 69,592 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Nissan Versa?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Nissan Versa include 27 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 18 injuries, and 3 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 2013 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 298,747 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2013 Nissan Versa?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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

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

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