2018 Nissan Versa Note Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
20/100
#5 most-complained of 6 Versa Note years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2018 Nissan Versa Note has a Complaint Index of 20, ranking 5th among 6 model years, with 3 complaints and 3 recalls on file. It ranks better than most other Versa Note years based on NHTSA data.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2018 Nissan Versa Note problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (67%)
- Brakes1 (33%)
- Other1 (33%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (33%)
What owners report
- Vehicle shifted into reverse on its own while turning at low speed, resulting in a crash into a wall around 15,058 miles.
- Brakes pulsated and produced a loud thumping noise from the left front after highway driving, though a dealer inspection found no fault at 15,000 miles.
2018 Nissan Versa Note recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 19V654000Sep 12, 2019Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,228,830 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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 settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
- NHTSA 18V551000Aug 21, 2018Electrical System153,047 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition
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 out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
- NHTSA 17V837000Dec 20, 2017Airbags111 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018 Nissan Versa Note vehicles. During deployment of the side curtain air bag, a component of the air bag inflator may detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection," and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
2018 compared with other Versa Note years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2018 Nissan Versa Note reliable?
- NHTSA lists only 3 complaints and a Complaint Index of 20 for the 2018 Versa Note, ranking 5th out of 6 model years, which is better than the 2014, 2015, and 2016 model years.
- What problems does the 2018 Nissan Versa Note have?
- The top problem area is Transmission & Powertrain, accounting for 67% of complaints, including a report of the vehicle shifting into reverse on its own. Brakes and suspension each account for 33% of complaints.
- Does the 2018 Nissan Versa Note have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Versa Note covering airbags, the electrical system/ignition switch, and back-up camera software. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What year Nissan Versa Note should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA data, the 2014 and 2015 model years are marked Avoid with Complaint Indexes of 100 and 80, far higher than the 2018 model's index of 20.