CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Nissan Versa has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (9 reports).
2021 Nissan Versa recalls
Loss of steering assist can make steering harder and raise crash risk
A loose or intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering torque sensor can shut off power steering assist.
Steering Assist Can Cut Out, Making Steering Harder
An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.
Front Turn Signal Bulbs May Crack and Fail to Light
Certain 2020-2021 Nissan Titan, Titan XD, and Versa vehicles have front turn signal bulbs that can crack and stop lighting on the right and/or left side.
Most common 2021 Nissan Versa problems
Problem areas named in the 32 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
What owners report
The car actuator failed for the left rear door. My car has less than 10k miles, and I submitted a case to their consumer affairs for it to be covered coz it's a premature failure, and they refused to pay for the repairs. I didnt know my car doors were no longer locking properly, and was left in a parking lot unsecured. Also, a passenger sitting on that side of the car would have had to go out the other door, and had there been an accident, that person wouldn't have been able to easily get out. They don't take it as a safety concern. And I know other models of Nissan have had actuator issues, so I don't think this is an isolated incident. And they should be repairing premature failures. Their
Automatic CVT failure confirmed by Future Nissan of Roseville CA. No warning prior to failure. Replaced by Kirkwood Autoworx Mechanical since Nissan Corporate denied a good-will replacement. Reason: 15k miles over warranty - 75081odometer reading at replacement on 5/27/26. CVT failed while on a busy street [XXX] ). I had only reverse and had to back my way out of traffic. Extremely dangerous situation. New Issue: Left Front Door (Driver) Locking actuator failure on XXX Not a safety issue yet. Will not lock or unlock with key fob. Manual entry only. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Hi, My name is [XXX] and I live in [XXX] . In October 2023 I purchased a used Nissan Versa 2021 from a dealership. It only had 30k miles on it when I bought it. On May 9, 2026 I was driving to work when my car experienced acceleration failure. It had 80,600 miles on it. When the acceleration failed, I was in the process of making a left turn and came very close to being hit by oncoming traffic. After Nissan claimed to fix the issue and I paid a substantial amount of money and drove about 40 miles, the same thing happened. And again it was during a left turn into oncoming traffic. Twice I've come very close to an accident. Something needs to be fixed with these cvt transmissions. INFORMATION
I got into the car and started it up. Put in reverse car shuts off. Re started and put in reverse. Was able to drive out of apartment parking lot then no power to speed and car was a little jerky and on dashboard it said warning malfunction see owners manual with a few pictures on dashboard
Cvt Transmission failed While driving transmission popped and no forward drive leaving us in traffic unable to move in forward. Had to get out and push the car to the side of the road. No warning lights no warning signs. Just immediate loss of forward drive. Engine revs up but no movement. Dangerously leaving us in harms way. Haven't had the vehicle inspected by nissan yet but will be doing so in the next day or so. Vehicle is and will be Available for inspection or assessment at any time.
2021 Nissan Versa questions
Does the 2021 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2021 Nissan Versa: Loss of steering assist can make steering harder and raise crash risk; Steering Assist Can Cut Out, Making Steering Harder; Front Turn Signal Bulbs May Crack and Fail to Light. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Versa?
Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (9), Electrical System (8), Air Bags (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Nissan Versa has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.