2017 Nissan Versa: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Nissan Versa: 3 recalls, 62 owner complaints and up to 34 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V724000 · 2016 · 1,754 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2017 versa vehicles manufactured August 1, 2016, to August 16, 2016. A seam in the fabric section of the side curtain air bags May tear during side curtain air bag deployment, potentially affecting the performance of the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 226,…
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating side curtain air bag deployment, if the side curtain air bags do not deploy as intended there would be an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V275000 · 2017 · 509 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 versa, and versa note vehicles. The ring plate that secures the air bag cushion to the passenger frontal air bag assembly May fail, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, if the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2016.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V551000 · 2018 · 153,047 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan nv200, sentra, nv3500 van, nv3500 bus, nv200 taxi, nv1500, nv2500 van, Chevrolet city express, 2017-2018 frontier, versa note, and versa sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event May cause the ignition switch to move…
Why it matters: If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (15): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
- Other / unknown (12): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (11): the most common themes are electrical failure (2), door / lock issues (2), noise or vibration (2).
- Brakes (9): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
The 2017 Nissan Versa has 62 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 19 Versa model years for complaints (well below the 175 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 27,007 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (81 complaints, 0 recalls), 2018 (57 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 39 | 34 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 35 | 29 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Nissan Versa. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Nissan Versa problems?
Owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (15), other / unknown (12), electrical (11).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Nissan Versa get?
EPA ratings run up to 34 mpg combined (1.6 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Nissan Versa repair manual?
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