2018 Nissan Versa: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Nissan Versa: 2 recalls, 57 owner complaints and up to 34 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
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.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #19V654000 · 2019 · 1,228,830 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan altima, armada, frontier, kicks, leaf, maxima, murano, nv, nv200, pathfinder, rogue, rogue sport, sentra, titan, titan diesel, versa note and versa sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti q50, q60, qx30 and qx80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan gt-r and taxi and Infiniti qx50, qx60, q70, q70l vehicles. The back-up camera and display…
Why it matters: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected vins should be activated.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 12 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (17): the most common themes are warning light on (9), stalls / loses power (8), electrical failure (4).
- Airbags (15): the most common themes are fails to deploy (5), warning light on (2).
- Engine (14): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8), warning light on (3).
- Other / unknown (13): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), fire / smoke (2).
The 2018 Nissan Versa has 57 owner complaints, ranking #14 of 19 Versa model years for complaints (well below the 175 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 28,652 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (62 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (24 complaints, 1 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 2018 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Nissan Versa problems?
Owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (17), airbags (15), engine (14).
What gas mileage does the 2018 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 2018 Nissan Versa repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.