2021 Nissan Versa: common problems and reliability
One of the better Versa years.
31 owner complaints, most about power train. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 Versa?The 2021 Nissan Versa has 31 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and electrical system.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Nissan Versa vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Versa years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the Versa?
Across the 18 Versa model years we track, complaint volume runs from 20 (2022) to 1,006 (2009). With 31 complaints, the 2021 Versa sits below the model's median of 189.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2021 Versa
exterior lighting:turn signal:bulbs
Campaign 21V471000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Titan, Titan XD, and Versa vehicles. The front right and/or left turn signal bulb can crack and fail to illuminate.
steering:electric power assist system
Campaign 22V693000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.
steering:electric power assist system
Campaign 23V496000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is sharply divided and heavily dependent on transmission choice and model year.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Versa. See the full Versa owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Versa listings typically run $15,467–$20,725 across 2012 to 2025 model years.
Other Versa model years
Compare every Versa year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.
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