2025 Nissan Versa Problems
Shopping for a used 2025 Nissan Versa? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 9 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.
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This 2025 Nissan Versa has 9 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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2025 Nissan Versa Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2025 Nissan Versa trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2025 Nissan Versa Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
11.8% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
11.8% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2025 Nissan Versa has 9 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Versa
- Model year
- 2025
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 9
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 35
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 32 / 40
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2025 Nissan Versa problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2025 Nissan Versa?
The 2025 Nissan Versa shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2025 Nissan Versa
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the engine for any signs of trouble, such as unusual noises or warning lights.
- Test the forward collision avoidance system to ensure it functions properly.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the engine for any signs of trouble, such as unusual noises or warning lights.
- Test the forward collision avoidance system to ensure it functions properly.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 9 NHTSA complaints for the 2025 Nissan Versa, issues are concentrated in the engine and forward collision avoidance systems. Two crash-related complaints were reported, but the overall confidence is low due to the small sample size. A recurring theme appears to be engine problems, which account for a third of all complaints.
- Engine problems represent the most frequently reported component, with 3 complaints.
- Forward collision avoidance (AEB) issues were reported in 2 complaints.
- Two complaints were crash-related, though no recalls have been issued for this model year.
- Engine Problems
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
- Electrical Faults
Full breakdown
All 2025 Nissan Versa complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Nissan Versa. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Nissan Versa. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Vehicle engine and all electrical shut-off, at intersection of XXX. in [XXX] on February 4th (on or before 6:57 AM MST) where the hazard lights failed to come on. My further answers to the questions above as [jhh]answer[/jhh]: What component or system failed or malfunctioned…
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended and made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was driven to the nearest family member's residence due to safety concerns. The cont…
When making a left hand turn the was a vehicle way behind the line. My car stopped suddenly and I couldn’t move I was stuck next thing I know the other vehicle collided with me. This vehicles auto braking is very dangerous leading to crash! I could not avoid the speeding car comi…
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that during cold starts, the vehicle was jerking and vibrating abnormally. After the engine had warmed up, the jerking and vibration were self-corrected, but the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken …
Vehicle: 2025 Nissan Versa Mileage: 276 Date: 01/17/26 Location: my home in Winston salem nc Warning lights: None observed / Unknown While reversing to park, the vehicle suddenly lost power steering and braking assistance at the same time. The steering became extremely hard to t…
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated the vehicle failed to exceed 45 MPH. No warning lights were illumina…
My windshield started to crack from the very bottom middle (just above the hood) and made its way up and splintered in multiple directions rapidly. I believe it's maybe heat related (probably defective) because I can't find an impact spot if it was a rock or something similar. I …
The contact rented a 2025 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance sensor illuminated when it started to rain. The Forward Collision Avoidance sensor warning light illuminated, and a message to “Please go to Safety Map Informatio…
I had experienced a power loss. I could not go over 50 mph on the highway. I'm a new driver so I believe this was because I've been stalling it quite a bit and restarting the car.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Nissan Versa.
Safety recalls
2025 Nissan Versa recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Nissan Versa. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2025 Nissan Versa buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2025 Nissan Versa reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 9 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 Nissan Versa shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Nissan Versa?▾
#1: Engine Problems (3 complaints). #2: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Nissan Versa?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Nissan Versa?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Nissan Versa, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 9 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Nissan Versa have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2025 Nissan Versa in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2025 Nissan Versa?▾
The 2025 Nissan Versa shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Versa reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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