How many engine complaints does the 2014 Nissan Versa Note have?

NHTSA lists 34 engine-related complaints for the 2014 Versa Note, making up 25% of all 136 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 3,600 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Versa Note engine?

There is one related recall, campaign 15V507000, but it addresses the console trim panel, not the engine symptoms owners describe in complaints.

Did engine complaints cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this complaint area, though 1 injury was reported.

Does the engine complaint rate improve in later Versa Note years?

Yes. The share of complaints tied to this area drops from 25% in 2014 to 22% in 2015, 21% in 2016, 10% in 2017, and 0% in both 2018 and 2019.

2014 Nissan Versa Note Engine Problems

Owners filed 34 engine-related complaints for the 2014 Nissan Versa Note, 25% of that year's 136 total complaints — the highest share of any model year for this issue. Median mileage at failure was 3,600 miles. One related recall (15V507000) covers the console trim panel, not the engine problems described here.

Engine complaints: 34; 25% of 136
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 3,600 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Hesitation or failure to respond when accelerating at low speeds, sometimes with the engine appearing to stall or freeze momentarily.
Jerking, shuddering, or slipping sensations during acceleration that some owners linked to the continuous variable transmission rather than the engine itself.
Slow cabin heat-up in cold weather, with drivers reporting little to no warm air even after extended idling or driving.
Check engine and brake warning lights illuminating together, in one case tied to a clogged cowl drain causing water intrusion near the front seat.
Error codes such as P285 and P0420 appearing alongside a skipping or stumbling sensation during acceleration.

When 2014 Nissan Versa Note engine complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 7, 2013, latest Feb 19, 2026.

34 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2013 to Feb 2026; peak Jun 2014 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Nissan Versa Note

NHTSA 15V507000Aug 12, 2015Engine298,747 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Nissan Versa sedan vehicles manufactured June 9, 2011, to March 11, 2015, and 2014-2015 Nissan Versa Note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to March 11, 2015. The affected vehicles have a center console trim panel that may catch the driver's shoe and delay the transition from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal.
Risk: A delay in the application of the brake pedal would lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the console trim panel, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Engine complaints by Versa Note model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201434 (25%)
201519 (22%)
20166 (21%)
20171 (10%)
20180 (0%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2014 Nissan Versa Note have?: NHTSA lists 34 engine-related complaints for the 2014 Versa Note, making up 25% of all 136 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 3,600 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Versa Note engine?: There is one related recall, campaign 15V507000, but it addresses the console trim panel, not the engine symptoms owners describe in complaints.
Did engine complaints cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to this complaint area, though 1 injury was reported.
Does the engine complaint rate improve in later Versa Note years?: Yes. The share of complaints tied to this area drops from 25% in 2014 to 22% in 2015, 21% in 2016, 10% in 2017, and 0% in both 2018 and 2019.