Nissan Versa 2018 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Versa 2018 and 57 complaints filed by owners. It has 18% more complaints than the average Nissan Versa from 2016–2025 (48 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Nissan Versa 2018? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Nissan Versa 2018
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · 2019-09-12
What happens
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."
Consequence
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 18V551000 · 2018-08-22
What happens
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.
Consequence
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
57 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
13 with a crash · 12 injuries
Most reported problems on the Nissan Versa 2018
- Electrical system: 17 (30% of complaints)
- Air bags: 14 (25% of complaints)
- Engine: 14 (25% of complaints)
- Powertrain and transmission: 9 (16% of complaints)
- Brakes: 6 (11% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Nissan Versa 2018
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- The air bag light should come on for a second at start-up and go off. Confirm by VIN that air bag recalls were done.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Nissan Versa recalls by year
- 2016 : 0 recalls · 81 complaints
- 2017 : 3 recalls · 62 complaints
- 2018 : 2 recalls · 57 complaints
- 2019 : 1 recall · 24 complaints
- 2020 : 2 recalls · 64 complaints
- 2021 : 3 recalls · 31 complaints
- 2022 : 0 recalls · 20 complaints
- 2023 : 1 recall · 37 complaints
- 2024 : 1 recall · 96 complaints
- 2025 : 0 recalls · 12 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Nissan Versa 2018 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Versa 2018. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Nissan Versa 2018?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: electrical system (17 of 57 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 15, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).