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NHTSA has 12 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Versa and lists no recalls for it[1][2]. The EPA rates the automatic at 35 combined MPG[3].

12owner complaints[1]
30–35MPG combined (EPA)[3]
5★NHTSA overall rating[4]

Most reported problems

NHTSA has 12 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Versa[1]. Two mention a crash and one mentions an injury. None mention a fire or a death[1]. These are unverified reports from owners, and one complaint can name several parts of the car[1].

The biggest groups are small:

The samples are small, so treat these as things to watch for, not as proof of a pattern. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold[1].

Recalls

NHTSA shows 0 recalls on file for the 2025 Versa[2]. That can change as time goes on, so check the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup before you buy.

Fuel economy

The EPA lists two versions of the 1.6L 4-cylinder, both front-wheel drive and both on regular gas[3][13].

Version City Highway Combined Annual fuel cost
Automatic (variable gear ratios)[3] 32 40 35 $1,900
Manual 5-spd[13] 27 35 30 $2,250

The EPA cost estimate uses its current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new[3].

Safety ratings

NHTSA gives the 4-door front-wheel-drive Versa 5 stars overall[4]. Frontal is 4 stars, side is 5 stars and rollover is 4 stars[4]. Rollover risk is listed at 11.8%[4].

Engine and size

The EPA test car list rates the 1.6L 4-cylinder at 122 hp[14]. Size figures below are Canadian-market specifications for the 4-door sedan, so they can differ slightly from US cars[15].

Measure Value
Length 177 in
Width 69 in
Height 57 in
Wheelbase 103 in
Curb weight 2,659 lb

All values are from[15].

How 2025 compares with other years

2007: 354 complaints, 8 recalls20072008: 381 complaints, 7 recalls2009: 504 complaints, 7 recalls20092010: 269 complaints, 7 recalls2011: 269 complaints, 6 recalls20112012: 486 complaints, 10 recalls2013: 204 complaints, 1 recalls20132014: 343 complaints, 4 recalls2015: 254 complaints, 2 recalls20152016: 110 complaints, 0 recalls2017: 72 complaints, 3 recalls20172018: 60 complaints, 3 recalls2019: 25 complaints, 1 recalls20192020: 64 complaints, 2 recalls2021: 32 complaints, 3 recalls20212022: 20 complaints, 0 recalls2023: 37 complaints, 1 recalls20232024: 96 complaints, 1 recalls2025: 12 complaints, 0 recalls122025
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Versa model year. The 2025 is highlighted[2].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
20073548
20083817
20095047
20102697
20112696
201248610
20132041
20143434
20152542
20161100
2017723
2018603
2019251
2020642
2021323
2022200
2023371
2024961
2025120

Among the 19 Versa model years in NHTSA's data, 2025 has the fewest complaints at 12[2]. The next lowest is 2022 with 20[2]. Its 0 recalls ties with 2016 and 2022[2]. By comparison, 2024 has 96 complaints and 1 recall[2].

These counts are not adjusted for sales, so they say little about which year is more reliable.

Should you buy a used 2025 Versa?

On paper, the 2025 Versa looks quiet. It has 12 complaints, no recalls on file and a 5-star overall NHTSA rating[1][2][4]. Power loss comes up in the complaint text we read, so ask for a long test drive and a service history check[5][6]. The two forward collision avoidance reports are worth a look if the car has that feature, since one involved a crash[7]. Check the VIN for recalls before you sign.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Nissan Versa?
The largest complaint groups are power train with 4 and engine with 3, out of 12 total[5][6][1]. Owners in the text we read describe power loss and limited-power mode.
Does the 2025 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2025 model year[2].
What MPG does the 2025 Nissan Versa get?
The automatic is rated 32 city, 40 highway and 35 combined[3]. The manual is rated 27 city, 35 highway and 30 combined[13].
How safe is the 2025 Nissan Versa?
NHTSA gives the 4-door front-wheel-drive version 5 stars overall[4].
Is 2025 a good year for the Versa?
It has the fewest NHTSA complaints of any listed year, at 12, but counts are not adjusted for sales[2].

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 12 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Nissan Versa (2 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 1 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Versa model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  3. EPA rating for Versa, 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 32 city / 40 highway / 35 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  4. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 11.8%. NHTSA vehicle records
  5. 4 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  6. 3 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 2 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 1 complaints name the speed control component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 1 complaints name the visibility/wiper component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 1 complaints name the steering component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 1 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. 1 complaints name the fuel system, gasoline component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  13. EPA rating for Versa, 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 35 highway / 30 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,250. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  14. EPA Test Car List, 2025 Nissan Versa with 1.6L 4-cylinder: rated 122 hp. www.epa.gov
  15. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, VERSA 4DR SEDAN: length 177 in, width 69 in, height 57 in, wheelbase 103 in, curb weight 2,659 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.