2016 Nissan Versa Note Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2016 Nissan Versa Note recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note.

Most common 2016 Nissan Versa Note problems

Problem areas named in the 29 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	10
Unknown Or Other	8
Air Bags	5
Service Brakes	5
Engine	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Suspension	2
Electrical System	2
Seat Belts	1
Exterior Lighting	1

What owners report

2026-09-08, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that the exhaust became loose and was melting the brake line, which affected the braking system. The vehicle was driven 5 MPH to an independent mechanic, who discovered the failure. The exhaust was repaired. The independent mechanic advised the contact to replace the brake lines due to the damage caused by the exhaust system. The contact stated that the brake pedal was mushy and had to be depressed almost to the floorboard to stop the vehicle, and the stopping distance was extended. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

2026-07-16, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2016 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH in a parking lot, the vehicle failed to stop as needed while the brake pedal was depressed. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure caused the vehicle to crash into a nearby wall, which was not damaged. The driver’s side steering wheel air bag deployed, and the front windshield fractured on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed away to a local tow yard and deemed a total loss by the insurance provider. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The air bag deployed and struck the contact in t

2025-10-13, Air Bags
After arriving home, I stopped in my driveway and waited for the front passenger to exit. The vehicle was still running and may not have been in park. Immediately after the passenger exited and closed the door, the passenger curtain airbag and passenger seat airbag deployed unexpectedly. The vehicle was stationary and had not been involved in any collision. This sudden deployment posed a serious safety risk — anyone still inside or near the vehicle could have been injured. I brought the vehicle to a Nissan dealership, where technicians scanned the airbag system. I am awaiting additional diagnostic results or a written report. The manufacturer has indicated the situation is considered “ou

2023-11-19, Power Train
Engine keeps losing oil level when no leaks found which causes transmission and engine to act making weird noises when gas pedal hit when driving car. Transmission is making weird noises like it is slipping when driving when gas pedal is pressed down. A settlement with Nissan was reached due to a class action lawsuit as car is having the issue as car pass 120000 mileage limit when issue started. Volume on internal bluetooth speaker is too low for people to hear when on phone calls with cell phone paired to car thru bluetooth as issue on two different phone models.

2023-09-22, Power Train
My vehicle was jumping when accelerating. It then went into limp mode to protect the engine due to code NTB17-034g. The mechanic stated this code is coming up and is a safety issue. The car is not accelerating as normal, car is jumping and will go into limp mode randomly.

2016 Nissan Versa Note questions

Does the 2016 Nissan Versa Note have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Versa Note?

Based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (10), Unknown Or Other (8), Air Bags (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Nissan Versa Note has been fixed?

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