2020 Nissan Versa forward collision avoidance problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the forward collision avoidance on the 2020 Nissan Versa — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am reporting a chronic and dangerous defect in my 2020 Nissan Versa that results in an unpredictable, sudden, and complete loss of acceleration (motive power) while driving. This defect has been present since shortly after purchase and remains unresolved, posing a severe safety risk on public…”
filed Nov 3, 2025
“The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased with a cracked windshield. After investigating the failure, the contact determined that the cracked windshield was interfering…”
filed Mar 7, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Forward Collision Avoidance problems in other Versa years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Versa | 1 | 3% |
| 2022 Versa | 3 | 15% |
| 2021 Versa | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 Versa | 2 | 8% |
| 2018 Versa | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 Versa | 2 | 0% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2020 Nissan Versa
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.