2014 Nissan Versa Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Nissan Versa.

20132015
Complaints
300
per 10K Sold
21.5
US Sales
139,781
Crashes
46
Fires
0
Injuries
27
Fatalities
1
Recalls
2

Worst 2014 Nissan Versa Problems

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

#178 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:86,281 mi
Crash-related:1
#235 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:53,284 mi
#329 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:29,307 mi
Crash-related:13
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Nissan Versa.

Transmission / Drivetrain
78
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
86,281
Engine Problems
35
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
53,284
Brakes
29
complaints
Crashes
13
Fires
Avg Miles
29,307
Unintended Acceleration
25
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
82,421
Airbags
24
complaints
Crashes
15
Fires
Avg Miles
23,343
Electrical Faults
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
65,697
Steering Defects
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
50,632
Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,456
Body Structure
9
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
17,408
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,250
Electronic Stability Control
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Trunk Lid
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Nissan Versa

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~313,342 vehicles.

15V507000Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
~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.

15V418000Electrical System:ignition:switch
~14,595 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Versa Sedan vehicles manufactured July 16, 2013, to January 29, 2014, 2013-2014 Cube vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 21, 2013, and 2013-2014 Juke vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 22, 2013. When exposed to hot temperatures, the affected vehicles have an engine start/stop button that may stick inside the button housing.

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2014 Nissan Versa — FAQ

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

Is the 2014 Nissan Versa reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2014 Nissan Versa has 300 NHTSA complaints, 46 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 78 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Nissan Versa?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (78 complaints, avg 86,281 mi); Engine Problems (35 complaints, avg 53,284 mi); Brakes (29 complaints, avg 29,307 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 2014 Nissan Versa?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 59,633 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Nissan Versa?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Nissan Versa include 46 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 27 injuries, and 1 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 2014 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 313,342 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 2014 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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