2020 Nissan Versa vs 2021 Nissan Versa
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Nissan Versa | 2021 Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 64 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 130 | 92 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–35 | 30–35 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Versa | Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 16 | 9 |
| Engine | 14 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 7 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 16 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2020 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.