2015 Nissan Versa
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 68 of 254 complaints (27%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 343 in 2014 to 254 in 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,800–2,100 | 1,800–2,100 | 1,850–2,150 | 1,850–2,150 | 1,850–2,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 30–35 | 30–35 | 29–34 | 29–34 | 29–34 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 26–31 / 35–40 | 26–31 / 35–39 | 26–31 / 35–39 | 26–31 / 35–39 | 26–31 / 35–39 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 262–307 | 255–296 | 261–306 | 262–306 | 260–302 | |
| Complaints filed | 204 | 343 | 254 | 109 | 72 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 18 | 37 | 26 | 16 | 11 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 13 | 22 | 29 | 20 | 10 | |
| Deaths reported | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Versa have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Nissan Versa?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 68 of 254 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Nissan Versa get?
EPA rates it 29–34 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Nissan Versa?
EPA estimates $1,850–$2,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 31 mpg (high) | 39 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | $1,850 (low) | 261 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 27 mpg | 36 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 296 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 26 mpg (low) | 35 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | $2,150 (high) | 306 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 68 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 29 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 43 | 9 | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| Steering | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 21 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 38 | 17 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 32 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 22 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 48 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL · Campaign 15V507000 · Aug 12, 2015
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A delay in the application of the brake pedal would lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the console trim panel, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES · Campaign 15V453000 · Jul 21, 2015
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured June 9, 2015, to June 10, 2015, and 2015 Nissan Sentra and Versa Note vehicles manufactured June 5, 2015, to June 13, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver side front and rear doors may not fully latch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Consequence: A door that does not fully latch may result in the door opening while the car is moving. The distraction may increase the risk of a crash and/or a vehicle occupant may fall out of the vehicle if they are not wearing a seatbelt, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date, lot number, and cavity code on the left front and rear door latches, and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.