CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2012-2017 Nissan Versa has an expensive CVT transmission failure defect that shows up plainly in our complaint data.

In late 2019, the CVT defect was subject to a class action settlement. However the settlement only covers transmission repairs up to 7 years after purchase or 84,000 miles (whichever occurs first).

Because many owners commonly drive 20,000 miles/year or more, Versa owners experiencing CVT transmission problems may find they are not covered by this settlement due to the mileage limitation.

3.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
45,672 miles

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2014 Nissan Versa Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #35

Jun 022023

Versa

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The first incident, my car shut off as I was driving down the road. I had to put it in park in the middle of the road, start the car, and floor it to get there car to go. The second incident was after I took it in to Nissan. They said it was fixed, and two days after I picked it up, the car shut off on me as I was leaving a gas station, and the check engine light is back on.

- Rocky Mount, VA, USA

problem #34

Nov 102017

Versa

  • 57,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle after approximately fifteen minutes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact then stated that the failure recurred. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- Orlando, FL, USA

problem #33

Jun 292021

Versa

  • miles
ON 06-23-21 my car left me stranded on the side of the road the CVT transmission wen out. I was never contacted or called or received any mail whatsoever now Nissan says that i am out of luck and good luck I am out of a car that was giving me problems for over 2 years they refuse to help or do anything about the BAD transmission

- Portolla Hills, CA, USA

problem #32

Apr 182021

Versa

  • 59,500 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I was driving about 30 miles/hour, there was a sound and the car shut down, engine stopped, lost power steering and brake became heavy, no lights in speedometer and indicators went off/black screen. Brakes were soft but I was able to stop. I restarted the engine and I was able to drive. Then I was on a freeway about 20 min later, driving 65 miles/hour and the car made a big noise, shook as if I drove on a pothole, and it was the same thing. No engine, accelerator didn't work, I was coasting, lost power steering, and hard to push down breaks. Power in the panels were off. I was able to use emergency signal, pulled over eventually and waited for about 3-4 min. Before restarting the car. It worked again and I was able to drive. The same thing happened last year, and today it happened twice. Both times, it was a hot day.

- Emerald Hills, CA, USA

problem #31

Feb 152021

Versa

  • 102,000 miles
I was backing out of my driveway, and noticed that the vehicle started losing power and steering. The vehicle then shut off while driving. After this incident, I parked the car, and it stopped responding and would no longer turn on.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #30

Jan 212021

Versa

  • 82,000 miles
My vehicle shuts off on me when driving and it happens sporadically. Driving on city street loss acceleration wheel locks.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

problem #29

Oct 022017

Versa

  • 70,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The car turns off while driving and waiting at a stop sign or red light. Studdering occurs with exceleration. There is also an electrical draw somewhere. If the car is not driven in 3 days, the battery must be jump started. We have replaced the battery. This has been an ongoing problem since 2017

- Canton, GA, USA

problem #28

Nov 282019

Versa

  • 180,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed to the floorboard however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled with an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.

- Lanett, AL, USA

problem #27

Feb 232020

Versa

  • miles
Since purchasing the car in 2014. I had the body throttle replaced, the fan on the ac. Now the electrical motors for the doors to lock and unlock is going out. I truly feel when I purchased this car it was a lemon. Because I had only had the car for a couple of years when the dealership had to replace the throttle body and shorty thereafter, the dealership had to replace the fan on the ac. Now on 23 Feb 2020. I am on my way to church when I notice this loud noise and now I've been told the motor is going out that controls locking my cars doors. When the throttle gave out I was driving when I notice this loud noise. When the fan gave out on the ac, I notice that the ac no longer work and I attempted add freon and I was told that it was the fan on the ac. My major complaint today is the motor on for the lock/unlock. It's a shame that cars are only made to last a short period of time or at the lowest cost possible and the sell them for outrageous price over the fair market price. Sometime its just better to purchase a used car opposed to new vehicle that you think will last and but its not like that at all.

- Columbus, GA, USA

problem #26

Oct 212019

Versa

  • miles
Vehicle hesitates and cuts off while driving. Check engine light is on and says there's a transmission issue

- Ruckersville, VA, USA

problem #25

Sep 282019

Versa

  • 83,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that the vehicle overheated while driving down the road and while idling at traffic stops. The contact checked the fluid levels and found no antifreeze in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change. The mechanic stated that the air conditioner compressor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Clay cooley Nissan (39690 lyndon B johnson fwy South, dallas, tx 75237, (972) 635-4062) quoted a repair cost of over $1,600. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 83,000.

- Duncanville, TX, USA

problem #24

Oct 012019

Versa

  • 71,000 miles
Car cuts off while driving without warning lights or engine lights. In the middle of traffic. Car was in motion but in slow traffic. Also, brakes almost stopped working.

- Mableton, GA, USA

problem #23

Apr 202019

Versa

  • 55,200 miles
I started the car and while driving, the check engine light came on. I took it to my mechanic, and was told #P0757 transmission range sensor circuit malfunction ( P R N D L input) # P0705 park/neturak S/w.

- Bellflower, CA, USA

problem #22

Apr 142019

Versa

  • 50 miles
Experiencing issues with cvt transmission when driving. Transmissions 'jerks', 'knocks', 'pulls',

- Sulphur Springs, TX, USA

problem #21

Feb 062019

Versa

  • 77,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to drive and the malfunction indicator lamp warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the gear shifter failed to shift gears. The vehicle was taken to autonation Nissan pembroke pines (located at 8890 pines blvd, pembroke pines, fl 33024, (954) 949-0421) where it was diagnosed, but the contact was not aware of the results. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

- Holywood, FL, USA

problem #20

Nov 202018

Versa

  • 76,000 miles
While driving my Nissan Versa I need to let it warm up completely. When I say completely I mean wait about 10-15 min before driving off. If I do not my car will stall when I press the breaks. This has happened many many times. Some times it doesnt but now that it is colder weather it does it more often. If I do leave before it warms up I expect it to stall at the stop sign, light, turn, or traffic. I usually have to kick it into park turn the car off and back on. I will do this multiple times until its warmed up. Sometimes it wont even want to work again until its warmed up so sometimes im just stuck in traffic or the side of the road. Today my car did this several times. I work only about 7 miles from my house and it stalled 5 times.

- Perris, CA, USA

problem #19

Nov 142018

Versa

  • 70,000 miles
Engine stalls not shifting properly. Stuck in gears.

- Orlando, FL, USA

problem #18

Sep 062018

Versa 4-cyl

  • miles
I got my car out of " ross Nissan of el monte" took my car multiple times and never was advised of having any engine problems. Iam the first owner, and car shouldn't be going through any engine problems. VIN# [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Baldwin Park, CA, USA

problem #17

Jul 242018

Versa

  • 31,000 miles
On 7/24/18 while driving my 2014 Nissan Versa on North I-15 near charleston blvd in construction stop and go traffic, I had slowed to a stop based on traffic. As the traffic began to move, I tried to accelerate and car sputtered, but moved and then aftet driving a quarter of a mile at a speed of 25 mph, the car just stopped while in drive. All dsahboards lights and engine indication came on. Luckily the car behind me screeched to stop. I immediately put on hazards and pulled emergency brake and put car in park. I tried to restart car and it wouldn't start. After five minutes, the car started and I was able to drive home. I advised my daughter and told her I would put car in shop. On 7/26/18, I took car to auto care for assessment. My vehicle had only 31,290 miles on it. They found nothing wrong but out of concern, I had a 30,000 mile service done on car. On 8/3/18, I was advised by another driver that my brake lights were not working. I went home and my daughter saw that the lights were out also. I checked as she braked and no lights. I drove on hazards to auto repair and they checked vehicle and lights worked. They stated maybe an electrical shortage but return if lights go out again. From the time I purchased this car brand new in March of 2014, I have taken it back to Nissan for lack of power, sputtering at stops and intermittent stalls. Nissan replaced oxygen sensor a year ago when car stopped while driving and advised that it's a small car so won't have a lot of power. On 8/23/18, I received notice from Nissan regarding sudden stops and to bring car to dealer for repair. I am afraid to drive the vehicle or have my grandchildren with me when I drive. The car stutters at stop and hesitation is constant. I'm not sure Nissan can repair this issue.

- North Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #16

Aug 072018

Versa

  • 87,500 miles
Car shut off while driving on a city street and couldnt steer.

- Palm Bay, FL, USA

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