2018 Chevrolet Volt vs 2018 Nissan Versa
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Chevrolet Volt | 2018 Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 222 | 55 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 848 | 88 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 42 | 29–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 25,000 mi | 32,006 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Volt | Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 86 | 17 |
| Power Train | 84 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 71 | 1 |
| Engine | 50 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 4 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 39 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2018 Chevrolet Volt
2018 Nissan Versa
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.