Worst 2020 Nissan Versa Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Nissan Versa.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 15 | — | — | 49,185 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 12 | — | — | 5,149 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 10 | 2 | — | 16,000 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 10 | 2 | — | 3,180 mi | |
| Brakes | 6 | — | — | 15,526 mi | |
| Airbags | 5 | 3 | — | 28,288 mi | |
| Fuel System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hood | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2020 Nissan Versa
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~30,845 vehicles.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Titan, Titan XD, and Versa vehicles. The front right and/or left turn signal bulb can crack and fail to illuminate.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Versa vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the fuel tank wall thickness may be insufficient, potentially causing a small hole in the tank seam area.
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2020 Nissan Versa — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2020 Nissan Versa reliable?
What are common problems with the 2020 Nissan Versa?
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Does the 2020 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
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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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