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Nissan Versa repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)
Other (11%)
Chart based on 1152 repairs.
Nissan Versa engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (51%)
Chart based on 267 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2015 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD
| 58000 mi | Nissan Factory replacement of the catalytic converter |
2015 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 21000 mi | Heat shield became loose causing a loud rattling noise. Heat shield started rattling, repaired under warranty |
| 56000 mi US $90 |
Exhaust VVT Solenoid Replaced. 30 min repair |
2014 Nissan Versa
Engine not specified
| 12000 mi | Bought 3/28. 3 days off the lot it spun a rod bearing. Currently getting a new short block. Im arguing for a long block as low oil pressure could have scored the cam journals. |
2014 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD
| 42000 mi US $151 |
The muffler rusted and broke at its connection point to the pipe. I had to get a new muffler. I thought it was too early for that type of problem, on a 2 year old car. |
2012 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD
| 32860 mi C $40 |
Bracket for the muffler broke, apparently very rusty. Which is worse since, supposedly the dealer checked for rust. Took to a mechanic I trust, cost very little |
| 2000 mi | The heat shield above the exhaust pipe had 2 tabs break off and the shield fell onto the exhaust pipe and rattled constantly. I am still waiting for the part to come in so the dealer can replace it. I have been waiting for a week so far. |
| 10000 mi | Exhaust shield was loose |
| 22000 mi | was not able to fix. the check engine was on for 10 days the day i took it in it turned off and they were not able to tell me what was worng. |
| 58000 mi US $12 |
Ripped off heat shield between vehicle floor and exhaust pipe. Flimsy construction, vibration led to cracking then failure of shield to be properly held in place. |
| 22000 mi US $400 |
Muffler and pipe rusted through |
| 14400 mi | car failed to run without stalling, airflow sensor connector cleaned |
| 63000 mi US $800 |
Engine light on. Radiator overheating |
2012 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 13000 mi US $38 |
Heat shield on exhaust was rattling. They bolted it back on. This problem has reoccurred, they had to bolt it on again. Driving through a snow storm on a freeway has been the cause both times. The metal is too flimsy to handle the snow. |
| 74000 mi | Heat shield failure. Broke loose and rattles. Has been replaced twice prior under warranty. This time they just used some larger after-market washers. |
2012 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 80000 mi | Increased oil consumption noted, previously less than 1qt between 5000 mi oil change, now 1.5 qt in 4000 miles |
2011 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
107-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 41540 mi C $250 |
Muffler corroded |
2011 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 42160 mi | I complained of "metal banging" noise. Problem was exhaust flange "coming apart" before the catalytic converter. Replaced under warranty but I had no warranty left. I assume it's a common problem and they just did it free because of |
| 44640 mi | Exhaust flange was breaking again. Dealer patched/repaired it at no cost to me. |
| 47120 mi C $605 |
Centrepipe exhaust flange broke off muffler and stated muffler was rotten. Dealer tried to attach new muffler but centrepipe rotted and broke as well. installed new muffler and centrepipe. |
| 50840 mi | There was a rattle and I discovered a metal plate bolted to bottom of car just over half way back, and had 4 bolts that were not fully secured. I attempted to secure the bolts but they were rusted and snapped off. I am not sure what the plate is for. I suspect that the dealer who replaced the exhaust previously never fully reattached the plate, but can't be sure. Only other shop that worked on the vehicle was oil change shops. |
| 165000 mi US $2100 |
Rear main oil seal leaking, they replaced the rear main oil seal and I had them replace the transmission input and output seals, wheel bearing seals, clutch, pressure plate, slave cylinder and flywheel as well since the car has high mileage. |
| 19000 mi US $150 |
Exhaust pipe became detached from muffler. Flange rusted at joint. Mechanic welded flange back to pipe, and no parts replaced. |
| 5000 mi | The gas tank is being completely replaced as the valve that tells the gas pump to shut off was permanently locked in place. The gas tank is being completely replaced as the valve that tells the gas pump to shut off was permanently locked in place. |
| 26000 mi US $700 |
Pipe connecting catalytic converter to muffler had completely rusted off. Rust also had gotten into catalytic converter and muffler -- both needed to be replaced. |
2011 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 276000 mi US $120 |
Diagnosed Bad converters and struts. Didn't get repaired because of high cost for CA converters ($1400.) and high miles on car |
| 30000 mi | Engine would not start(turn key to start and nothing happened) |
| 125000 mi US $1000 |
Threw the Bank 1 Sensor Code early on in life of vehicle. Just now replaced both sensors (air/fuel and heated O2 sensor) and Catalytic Converter |
| 5000 mi | Engine started knocking when cold, mostly went away once warmed up, unless very cold outside. Dealer states this is normal for this engine. Note: this is not a slight tick, this is a knocking. New car sound worse than my 86 F-150. |
2010 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 65100 mi $300 |
Key became stuck in ignition. |
| 16715 mi | Replaced Radiator Cooling Fan, blowing fuse under warranty. |
| 68500 mi US $180 |
Welded exhaust pipe near muffler due to leak. Rotate tires |
| 56000 mi US $256 |
Customer has check engine light on. Found defective fuel pump, Replaced fuel pump. |
2010 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
107-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| At 640 miles, the service engine soon light came on. Checked gas cap with no change. Took car in for service and they indicated the gas cap wasn't on tight. They reset the light and thus far there has been no further problems. |
2010 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD
| 27300 mi | Engine stalled/choked multiple times between mid-January and mid-February. Brought the car in to the dealership. They confirmed a stall did occur (found the corresponding codes) but were not able to determine the cause. Car finally stalled completely. Towed to dealer and were told the ECM would not communicate. Dealer replaced ECM & battery. |
| 59000 mi US $562 |
Exhaust pipe rusted through. Dealer weld it back, removed one heat shield and secured another. |
| 15500 mi C $450 |
Muffler replaced. |
| 65100 mi C $1300 |
Car started to sound like an airplane. The muffler was shattered in 3 places and the heat shield was also loose and banging on the undercarriage. Complete replacement required. Garage told me it's a common issue with this model. |
| 102000 mi US $80 |
Computer had to be reprogrammed - something environmental. |
2010 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 83000 mi US $10 |
Rattling noise from under vehicle - local repair shop diagnosed as a loose exhaust heat shield. Removed and discarded it. |
| 106000 mi US $450 |
Exhaust rusted out and pipe broke. This is the second time it has happened in the same place. Exhaust replaced. |
| 111000 mi US $1200 |
Spark plugs replaced (requires removing the manifold and replacing gaskets), |
| 93000 mi US $998 |
Motor mount |
| 96000 mi US $800 |
Resonator exhaust pipe |
| 97000 mi US $580 |
Replace cracked motor mount |
| 67500 mi US $20 |
Exhaust pipe in front of muffler rusted out. Installed a pipe adapter after cutting out the flange. |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 104000 mi US $35 |
Hose that runs from throttle-body to the intake became disconnected and stalled the vehicle. Engine wouldn't stay on more than 3 seconds at a time. |
| 110000 mi US $70 |
I had a cracked upper motor-mount on the passenger side. I got labor cheap, because I provided the part. |
| 225000 mi US $197 |
Catalyst O2 sensor was replaced due to check engine light being on. This did not fix the problem. They now think it's the catalytic converter and will likely result in me getting rid of the car. |
| 2460 mi | Known issue with starting (keeps cranking, catches after @ 10seconds). Dealer replaced Fuel Pump Regulator (or Fuel Pressure Regulator) under warranty, free, fixed issue completely. |
| 41700 mi US $1 |
I noticed that the ground strap on exhaust system had corroded off when I was changing the engine oil and filter. I had a spare ground strap that I installed. |
| 68000 mi US $25 |
Replaced Engine Motor Mount Torque rod due to cracks in rubber bushing |
| 73000 mi US $20 |
Flange on muffler/exhaust pipe cracked open with loud noise. Cut off flange and put a sleeve on with u-bolt clamps. I have seen many of these failure on the Versa Forums. |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 164000 mi US $69 |
The fuel pump died. I picked one from a newer Versa and installed it myself. The replacement had a bad fuel pressure regulator so I swapped it for the old one. FPR causes extended crank time at start-up. Paid $69 instead of $660 at a dealer. |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
107-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 167000 mi US $150 |
Rock penetrated radiator causing massive coolant leak, temporary repair on radiator, refilled coolant, next day new radiator was purchased, system flushed of coolant, new radiator installed, new coolant added, car ran find and no leaks present after new install. |
| 172300 mi US $280 |
Ordered catalytic converter, got it installed at shop due to OEM catalytic converter flange and catalyst failing. |
| 181000 mi US $600 |
Accelerator pedal sensor failed, required tow to shop and extended stay at shop for length of time needed for parts delivery. After the car working fine for a couple days, the car broke down again and required tow Throttle body failure resulted in tow. Special order part took a significant amount of time to come in. Once part came into shop, repair done. Successful repair via mechanic |
| 10000 mi | Clutch failure at 10500 miles. Manufacturer refused to take care of it. Would cost $1,500. |
| 10000 mi | Actually, I STILL haven't gotten the clutch on this &*%^ car repaired. Who in their right mind wants to spend 25% the value of the car (and that's being generous) to fix a &*%^ clutch?!? |
| 5000 mi US $430 |
Check engine light came on while driving into dealership for first oil change. Said fuel cap loose. No way. On again within 5 miles. took 2.5 hrs. and no answer. Changed EVAP Canister vent control valve. Seems ok now. |
| 85000 mi | Car would not start. Check engine light on. Once started engine got little fuel. Diagnosis says trottle body but it has not been replaced and no problem since. Temp was -30 celsius which might be cause. No cost to check. |
| 89000 mi US $281 |
Exhaust broke at muffler flange. Repaired flange with exhaust connection. Parts $17; labour $232. tax $32. |
| 99000 mi US $228 |
Spark plugs . Iridium plugs needed. |
| 105000 mi US $132 |
Exhaust system required a donut and weld. |
| 98800 mi US $200 |
Car running rough but no warning light. Was told the plugs needed to be changed and the fuel system needed to cleaned. |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD
| 51100 mi US $10 |
exhaust pipe broke at flange just before muffler. cut out broken section and spliced in 6" pipe with clamps. |
| 57000 mi US $25 |
exhaust |
| 27500 mi | My warranty expires this month and I took it in to have the NTB07-094 service on the fuel regulator. I have had hard starts in the summer and hopefully this will solve that. |
| 1000 mi | I had problems starting the car about 3 weeks after I got it. Fuel pump was replaced and it starts on the first try now, as it should. |
| 201 mi | Fuel pressure regulator replaced under warranty |
| 1500 mi | Fuel pressure regulator replaced the second time under warranty |
| 6000 mi | Fuel pressure regulator defective. This was the 4th replacement of that item in 6,000 miles! |
| 3750 mi | Car is under warantee. I am not too sure what they did, but the car would take at least three attempts to start in the afternoon. They did correct this problem and admitted that this has been a problem in other 2009 Versas. |
| 36000 mi | Not sure, but something happened to the gas cap and it needed to be replaced |
| 38000 mi | Gas cap replaced |
| 1860 mi | Check engine light came on, stayed on for two weeks. Shop said it could not identify any problem and reset the warning. |
| 3720 mi | Service Engine Soon light came on for the second time. Dealer reset it again, and said there was no problem. If the problem returns a third time, they will update the vehicle's internal software. |
| 4340 mi | Service Engine Light returned a THIRD time. Returned to dealer. Mechanic found faulty sensor and replaced, no software reset was needed. |
| 2700 mi | Engine had long crank time after sitting for up to half an hour. Fuel pressure monitor replaced |
| 36000 mi US $310 |
Exhaust system basically fell off and was completely rusted out. |
| 94000 mi US $1000 |
Muffler mount broke around 60k |
| 44520 mi C $100 |
Hole in muffler/broken hanger |
| 18000 mi | Starting problem.. Complete replacement of Fuel pump. I believe there is a Technical service bulletin of this problem. Less then 18,000 miles on car. |
| 22000 mi | Connector for read out for emissions was loose...under dash left side. Brought vehicle for emission testing to DMV and they could not connect their device for read out because connector was loose...brought to dealer to tighten up. No Charge. |
| 35000 mi | Also Dog Bone Mount for Engine. |
| 64560 mi C $400 |
Muffler |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 31620 mi | 1st section of the exhaust (the section with the catalyst converter) had to be replaced. Luckily, this part is warrantied 7 yrs/130,000 km. |
| 32020 mi C $85 |
Exhaust pipe broke at flange located between 2nd (middle) and 3rd section (muffler). The shop welded a piece of pipe to replace broken flange. Versa's seems to have a weakeness with their exhaust systems. Many owners reported same problem. |
| 33200 mi | Engine has developed an oil leak. Stuck some stop-leak in it, not sure if it's fixed it yet. Update: seems to be successful. |
| 65000 mi | Oil leak has returned, as well as a stalling and problems starting. It's a leaking valve causing both issues. |
| 68000 mi | Oil leak. Had started stalling, don't know cause. Got it running well eough to get it to the dealer and trade it. |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 78700 mi US $465 |
Exhaust system parts had rusted. |
| 36000 mi | Fuel pressure regulator |
| 1300 mi | On 3/31, we had the notorious starting issues with the Versa, on 4/2 the dealer replaced the fuel pressure regulator, under warranty, per NTB07-094 which has been expanded to 2009 models, too. |
| 800 mi | fuel regulator replaced |
| 48000 mi US $100 |
Serpentine belt. Car rattles |
| 53940 mi C $300 |
muffler needed to be replaced |
| 105400 mi | Car wouldn't start. Turned over but wouldn't start. Mechanic linked problem to crack in my key. Problem lasted for 2 days and then seemed to disappear. Using spare uncracked key now, but no confirmation that this was the actual problem. |
| 39000 mi US $140 |
Loose flange |
| 40700 mi US $1634 |
Replace Clutch, Clutch assembly |
| 74500 mi US $603 |
Had to have muffler replaced. Engine got VERY loud. |
| 3000 mi |
| 1000 mi | Evap valve in canister remains open causing vacuum leak in gas tank and causing Service Engine light to turn on. Valve replaced by removing gas tank and rear bumper. Problem solved. |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
107-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 2000 mi | Replace the fuel pressure regulator. Known problem with Versas. |
2009 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
107-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 60140 mi C $1600 |
exhaust heat shield rattling replaced nuts / bolts |
| 63540 mi C $900 |
replaced rusted out muffler (if was literally falling off) |
| 67580 mi C $865 |
emission control system replaced purge valve on gas tank replaced canister vent control |
| 73260 mi C $625 |
replaced canister purge valve |
2008 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD
| 14000 mi | Fuel regulator was leaking, which caused difficult starting. |
| 75800 mi US $450 |
Exhaust was rusted out back of catalytic converter and detached from muffler. Pipe, resonator, and muffler replaced. |
| 78000 mi US $682 |
Weld between mid part of exhaust and muffler completely rusted and disconnected. Replaced exhaust back of the joint and muffler |
| 58000 mi US $100 |
Exhaust system weld broke on exhaust at muffler. Clearly due to poor wield workmanship at pipe to connecting flange. |
| 48980 mi | hard start intermittently/fuel pressure regulator seems to be the problem; could not replicate at dealer; am waiting for the problem to redevelop and will take it back |
| 94240 mi C $300 |
muffler broke at gasket |
| 124620 mi C $3000 |
muffler system |
2008 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 94000 mi US $300 |
Bad evap valve caused check engine light to come on |
| 99000 mi US $30 |
Gas cap failed again. Replaced with genuine Nissan gas cap, still has CEL every now and then. |
2008 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 46000 mi | My fuel pump went out. Went to the dealer and got it fixed for free under my warranty as well as a free rental. A neat experience. |
| 39000 mi | Engine replaced due to severe piston slap. |
| 69000 mi US $50 |
3 of my motor mounts were collapsing. They replaced all three under warranty and I owed the dealer our $50 deductible for the service. They were replaced in about 4 hours. |
| 42000 mi US $70 |
Weld Exhaust Sleeve |
| 31000 mi | Service bulletin on throttle body sensor. |
| 51000 mi | replaced my engine. |
2008 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD
| 70000 mi US $50 |
Fuel pressure regulator replaced |
| 99000 mi US $50 |
Rear exhaust muffler broke free from exhaust pipe at flange connection |
| 73000 mi | Muffler exhuast pipe rusted. |
| 6000 mi | Fuel delivery issue. No fuel in fuel line at cold start. Engine starts at 3rd attempt. After which, engine runs normally. Part was replaced and problem was solved. |
| 43800 mi | Rod knock at 46,000 miles. With the exception of the cylinder head, the entire engine was replaced. Extended time in shop due to first order of incorrect engine. There was no explination given as to the cause. |
| 121000 mi US $350 |
Replaced muffler |
| 29760 mi | mechanic broke timing gear while replacing crankshaft |
| 53920 mi C $650 |
flange on muffler broke creating loud noise. Muffler and flange were replaced with a new one. |
| 10618 mi | Replace fuel pump - cost covered by warranty |
| 47000 mi | The mechanics discovered a leaking seal in the oil pan. It was minor and I didn't notice it. |
| 59500 mi | Leaking oil pan |
| 69000 mi US $82 |
The flange between the muffler and catalytic converter rusted out, causing the muffler to fall off. Rather than replace everything, the flange was cut off and a piece of pipe was welded into place. |
| 107000 mi | Pipe connecting the catalytic converter and muffler rusted through. |
| 33000 mi | TPMS started flashing during two trips in December 2008 However, the light turned itself off and has not been on. |
| 9000 mi | Car was hard starting. I read on this website about a problem with the fuel pressure regulator that sounded like mine. Told the dealer what I read. It WAS the problem, and it was quickly repaired in 1 hour while I ate at McDonalds. No charge of course. |
| 7000 mi | Car will not start on first attempt. You must let it turn over for several seconds and make a second attempt to get the engine to start up. You must crank the car for several seconds to get it to start. There is a Nissan SB out on this. The fuel pressure regulator allows the fuel pressure to bleed off when the engine is not running. They did not have the parts to make the repair. |
| 7000 mi | Dealership repaired the fuel pressure regulator with a kit!? Other than a strong fuel smell inside the car for a couple of days, everything is fine now. It starts like it should. The dealership also performed a free oil change. |
| 8000 mi | Part installed, fixed difficulty starting. |
| 70000 mi US $515 |
Muffler and resonator repair- parts rusted and disconnected |
| 38000 mi | Front O2 sensor out. Warranty paid but the part alone would've been over $200 and more for labor. |
| 11564 mi | The Service Engine Light turned 'ON'. They have replaced the VAP Vent Control Valve. Covered by the warranty |
| 8000 mi | Excessive Engine Crank, Replaced Fuel regulator based on NSB from Nissan |
| 3000 mi | Customer says at times when the key is turned to start it cranks but does not catch-cranks way too long. Found fuel pump internal failure. Removed and replaced fuel pump assembly. |
| 108300 mi US $210 |
Muffler flange failed, R&R muffler. |
| 145000 mi US $60 |
Vent control valve failure code P0456 stored. owner R&R vent control valve. owner reset check engine light. |
| 147000 mi US $850 |
Fuel tank leaking,seal around fuel sending unit small crack, R&R fuel pump assembly. |
| 149000 mi US $280 |
muffler and middle exhaust pipe rusted off, R&R mid pipe and muffler. |
| 155600 mi US $40 |
owner has a hesitation while coming out of corners, TSB from Nissan reports faulty throttle body unit, owner replaced and reprogrammed new throttle body. |
| 234000 mi US $1400 |
Catalytic converter faiure. Had to have replaced both Cats and o2 sensors. |
| 20 mi US $16800 |
Engine Idle Learn Computer had to be reset because the car had a dead battery for too long on the lot. After fix, engine idled correctly. Dealer diagnosis is excessive engine vibration causing rattling at idle. New motor mounts are ordered in an attempt to dampen vibration. Car rattles as engine idles. Dealer reset idle control. Better, but not fixed. Brake line was hitting firewall, repaired but not fixed. Dealer determined engine is vibrating excessively and is replacing engine mounts. Will update if not fixed. |
| 720 mi | Engine mounts arrived and car taken to shop. During engine mount job the tech noticed missing clip under insulation which secured lines away from firewall. Replacing clip fixed the rattling noise. Dealer did not need to replace engine mounts. |
| 63240 mi C $300 |
muffler rusted out. It has been replaced under warranty 3 years ago by Nissan (the first muffler lasted 3 years). Has now been replaced with a higher quality muffler (at our expense) |
| 7000 mi | Fuel pressure regulator replaced, as per TSB, after 1 week of progressively worse starting problems. No problems since repair. |
| 58000 mi US $300 |
Pipe broke off at muffler flange. Had to replace whole muffler due to this. |
| 104000 mi US $268 |
Replaced top strut motor mount bushing |
| 11000 mi | Replaced fuel pressure regulator per TSB NTB07-094 |
2008 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 18800 mi | Car wouldn't start again. Dealer replaced CPU unit and so far problem hasn't duplicated Again car wouldn't start today. Left it, had a ride home. Engine cranks strong but will not turn over. Had no problems earlier this day. Bet when I go get it, it will start up. WTF Nissan!! Something isn't right with this. scheeesh |
| 81840 mi C $960 |
Exhaust system rotted in front of catalytic converter, causing unpleasant noise and scent. Nature of failure required replacement of catalytic converter and front pipe. |
| 82460 mi C $107 |
Exhaust had gotten much louder, was rattling at idle. Mechanic found that pipe had rotted immediately in front of the muffler. Welded sleeve over pipe to remedy. |
| 85240 mi C $100 |
Loose heat shield causing exhaust rattle. Mechanic adjusted and re)attached heat shield. |
| 47120 mi C $700 |
Exhaust repair/replace |
| 65000 mi US $150 |
Car just died - wouldn't turn over. Took it to a dealership and they checked everything, turned out to be a fuse that deal with the fuel system. |
| 2000 mi | Fuel pump regulator was replaced. New fuel regulator failed. Nissan replaced entire fuel pump system. failure has not returned. |
| 5000 mi | Fuel pressure regulator problem is covered by TSB seems very common should probably be a factory covered defect. car was fine just had slow starts on occassion |
| 3000 mi | Extended crank at start up issue addressed in a TSB and is a known issue. |
| 5000 mi | Extended crank issue at start up. Fuel pressure regulator replaced per TSB. |
| 102000 mi US $17 |
Upper engine strut mount failed. Easy and cheap repair. |
| 4000 mi | Difficulty turning over during start up. Was told problem with pressure gauge and it reading wrong pressure and therefore cannot start up easily. Common problem with 07/08 Versa apparently. Part(s) ordered, still waiting (almost a month now...) |
| 8000 mi | Car had difficulty starting up again, after it had it's fuel pressure sensor replaced. Brought it in only to be told they'd have to order a new fuel pump, so now needed to wait and return when part in. Difficulty with car turning over when trying to start up. 5-10 sec. lag/engine strain sound, and then eventual start up. |
| 31000 mi | Muffler separated from exhaust pipe at flange. Rusted? Quoted at Midas flange repair $290 or could cut out, put pipe in gap and weld all together for $150. Inquiring/comparing elsewhere now, also seeing what parts go for online. |
| 31200 mi US $150 |
Pipe leading to muffler separated from the exhaust at the flange due to rusting. Midas cut out problem area and welded on new pipe (could have had new flange and more "proper" fix, but would have cost double). |
| 206000 mi C $103 |
metal filings noticed in engine on oil change, flushed engine and added treatment with oil on change |
| 31000 mi C $60 |
Broken exhaust pipe. |
| 45260 mi C $80 |
Broken muffler. Welded by shop. |
| 50220 mi C $10 |
Broken muffler heat protection plates removed. |
| 44620 mi | Connector pipe on exhaust failed. Problem was fixed by the dealer at my expense (fair enough). |
| 65720 mi C $91 |
exhaust pipe prior to muffler rusted and severed. A sleeve was fitted over the pipe and the problem solved. |
| 10000 mi | Fuel regulator was bad. This is a common problem for Nissan Versas and Nissan SHOULD recall. I did have to take the car in twice to get this problem fixed. |
| 3500 mi | TSB performed for fuel pressure regulator preventing car from starting |
| 11000 mi | Had the fuel pressure regulator replaced again, the last time was about a year ago. Made car difficult to start. |
| 57000 mi | CEL came on, problem traced to fuel pump that had been replaced twice already (both times under warranty). |
2008 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 19000 mi | Noticed excessive noise/rattling under car. Dealer found that an exhaust flange had rusted out. Dealer ordered new muffler assembly for replacement. |
| 32000 mi | had issues starting sometimes. it would take a while to turn over |
| 1000 mi | Extended cranking time required to start car. Symptom described in TSB for new fuel pressure regulator and o-ring. Parts ordered (TSB is for cars manufactured PRIOR to when this car was made) Problem fixed with new Fuel Pressure Regulator and o-Ring. |
| 53300 mi US $110 |
Replaced broken exhaust flange between catalytic converter and exhaust. Cut out flange welded in stainless steel pipe to replace flange |
| 77000 mi US $1100 |
Complete Exhaust system replaced with aftermarket exhaust |
| 33000 mi US $427 |
Faulty fuel system and ignition |
| 4000 mi | Check engine light for gas cap 3 times they replaced fuel pump regulator recall problem |
| 34300 mi | R and R fuel pressure regulator. |
2008 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
| 144000 mi US $200 |
Exhaust cover rusted and rattling. |
2007 Nissan Versa
Engine not specified
| 126900 mi US $351 |
Catalytic replaced |
| 7000 mi | Needed new fuel pump injector. |
2007 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD
| 44000 mi | Exhaust pipe break |
| 78000 mi US $75 |
Exhaust pipe break |
| 85000 mi US $350 |
Broken main exhaust pipe |
| 105400 mi US $1200 |
Replace downstream O2 sensor. Replace rotors. Replace spark plugs. Replace transmission fluid |
| 115000 mi US $1300 |
Replace the catalytic converter and the upstream O2 sensor |
| 69900 mi US $400 |
Muffler rotted off for the second time. |
| 83000 mi US $155 |
Oil tank gasket was leaking - replaced it. First repair failed so they re-did it for free. |
2007 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 5000 mi | Check Engine light came on while driving. Dropped car off at dealership, and they ran tests. My gas cap was on tightly/correctly and I hadn't gotten gas for a couple of weeks (had been on vacation). They couldn't find anything wrong & reset the light. |
| 7000 mi | Car would not start one Sat. morning and would not jump start either. On Sun., it started again like nothing had happened. Dealer could not find any indication of problem and ran several tests but did not fix anything. 2nd time with this problem. |
| 20000 mi US $562 |
Car stopped working in middle of highway, while doing 70mph. Steered off to shoulder and could not restart. Had to have car towed to shop & fuel pump needed replacement. Could only use Nissan fuel pump & it took 4 days for it to arrive. |
| 5000 mi | tire air pressure warning light came on--tire pressure was at manufacturers spec on all 4 tires |
2007 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 57000 mi US $200 |
Upper engine mount became damaged and needed to be replaced. |
| 30000 mi US $130 |
Replace rusted and broken bracket. |
2007 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD
| 31000 mi | o2 sensor had to be replaced |
| 14000 mi | hard to start the engine 2-3 tries with cranking 3-5 seec each time Replaced fuel pump and seal |
| 6200 mi | O2 Sensor Defective fuel cap, leaking vapours |
| 55000 mi US $50 |
Exhaust center pipe had rusted right through and separated, so was loose, making a lot of noise. Found an exhaust specialist who was able to weld it back together, fixed in 30 mins. |
| 75400 mi | Exhaust rusted out at joint near back. Needed to be cut out and new pipe welded in. |
| 75300 mi US $85 |
Rubber bushings on motor mount had cracked and needed replacement (must replace entire motor mount). |
| 82000 mi | Rattling sound coming from the back. Shop said it was a bent heat shield and bent it back - rattling is worse now. Haven't had a chance to look at it yet. Edit - re bent heat shield, rattling stopped. |
| 32240 mi | "Service Engine Soon" light came on. Was not remedied by re-installing gas cap. Dealer determined it was a thermostat parameter causing the warning. Nothing wrong, received computer upgrade and flashed it to accept the thermostat parameter. |
| 33480 mi | Check engine light appeared again. Air/fuel sensor is malfunctioning. Part ordered and will require another shop appt. to install. |
| 33480 mi | Oxygen sensor replaced |
| 57040 mi | Check Engine light was on. Diagnosis was a valve in the fuel system that was not passing fuel through it. Replaced valve. |
| 60760 mi | Car was not starting well when key turned. Intermittent problem. Determined fuel pressure regulator needed to be replaced. |
| 66960 mi | Valve in emissions control system failed and triggered the engine warning light. |
| 98460 mi C $280 |
Some difficulty starting. Dealer replaced Vent Control Valve |
| 90520 mi C $405 |
Charcoal canister solenoid failed and was replaced. This is the 2nd time this has been done on this car. |
| 90520 mi C $130 |
Engine light came on again. The newly installed charcoal cannister solenoid was not working properly. It was improperly installed, bent pin. Pin straightened and re-installed. Air intake clips broken and intake loose. Replaced intake. |
| 97960 mi C $1200 |
Exhaust Repair. Became noisy. Flange from Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Pipe was leaking and it was repaired. Flange on Muffler was leaking and Muffler was replaced. |
| 65000 mi US $300 |
showing code P2A00, replaced AF sensor1 |
| 112100 mi | needed new fuel pump |
| 155700 mi US $400 |
2 dead spark plugs |
| 181000 mi US $500 |
cracked engine block. |
| 17000 mi | Seems to be using an unusual amount of oil |
| 27000 mi | Faulty clamp. Dealer replaced muffler & clamp at no charge. |
| 45500 mi US $370 |
exhaust system replaced. |
| 50500 mi US $50 |
Heat shield next to muffler came loose. |
| 69000 mi US $400 |
Replaced exhaust system |
| 94000 mi US $3300 |
Exhaust system & catalytic converter replaced. |
| 27000 mi | I have a problem starting the car, so they replace fuel pressure regulator. The problem is still present, but not as often. |
| 56000 mi US $300 |
Exhaust leak |
| 5580 mi | When at the dealership they found some error codes with the body control module. Parts were ordered, went back to the dealership, replaced without a problem. |
| 29000 mi | Air sensor on engine by manifold failed. Two air sensors and engine manifold replaced. |
| 496 mi | gas cap cover release broke inside car for the 2nd time |
| 7564 mi | Gas cap door broken yet once again #5 trip for this. Also had the 12k checkup and oil change |
| 182020 mi C $400 |
Replaced catalytic converter |
| 4000 mi | Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) CRC error codes tripped BCM and presented a flashing warning light. |
| 22320 mi C $300 |
Air/Fuel ratio sensor malfunction repaired. ECM updated. |
| 34100 mi C $350 |
Loud rattle at low RPMs. Intermediate pipe and gasket to muffler replaced. |
| 57620 mi C $887 |
Front pipe replaced |
| 2790 mi | Engine light came on and car would not go faster than 20 KM. Testing by dealership indicated problem with throttle. Throttle tested fine. They clean the connection and car ran properly. They believe the IPDM sensor needs to be replaced and are doing thi |
| 17980 mi | Return of last winter's problem. Car had trouble starting and when started was in safe mode. Engine light was on and would not shut off. Happened twice in 1 week. |
| 18600 mi | Wire by one of the sensors was packed with oil in an attempt to solve starting in safe mode problem. Car started in safe mode. Engine light came on. Shut off, waited and car started normally. |
| 76000 mi US $20 |
resonator rust through had to reweld |
| 82000 mi US $95 |
service engine soon |
| 14000 mi | Mileage went from an average of 32mpg to about 24mpg. Dealer replaced a "kinked" fuel line. Still not clear if this was the problem as I've been on vaca and haven't driven the car. |
| 52000 mi US $350 |
Muffler weld broke, new muffled required. |
| 930 mi | Two sensors needed replacement. An O2 sensor and an air vent sensor. |
| 620 mi | O2 Sensors needed replacement. Ventilation sensors needed replacement. O2 sensors replaced. |
| 1240 mi | CEL came on, dealer found no problem and simply reset the light. (email 050607) |
| 1860 mi | Intake sensor was reporting emissions control errors. Car is left at dealership for 8 days. The threads from the plugs on intake manifold are stripped, causing an improper seal. Manifold is first repaired, but the repair work is not done well, and so a new manifold is ordered. Once manifold arrives, it is in |
| 8060 mi | Check engine light came on again, and the error was cleared by the dealer. Manager states "the vent was likely frozen in the cold" and resets it. The light came on again 2 days later. Yet to be fixed. |
| 10540 mi | New Dealership is given the opportunity to solve the problem. Wiring issue is discovered and two 'Canisters' are ordered for the fuel delivery system. |
| 12000 mi | Gas cap had a chunk of plastic preventing it from sealing and causing a false Check Engine signal |
| 19000 mi | Emission valve was faulty. |
| 77000 mi US $500 |
Sensor in exhaust needed to be replaced. Nissan reengineered this because it is a common failure. New one replaced and computer reprogrammed for new sensors tolerances. |
| 43000 mi | 1st Trip in May - Diagnosed problem of fuel pressure regulator 2nd Trip in June - fuel pump regulator replaced, 0-ring which seals pump torn, not reported to me by dealer 3rd Trip June - different dealer (same owner for dealership) diagnosed problem of torn o-ring - national backorder, part has not been replaced as of 9.Aug.08 |
| 91000 mi US $1300 |
check engine light came on - code pulled by Autozone indicated exhaust leak/issue/incorrect pressure - was catalytic converter (too much fuel had gotten in) no cause given, replacment delayed due to needing bolts, finished 8/31, p/u on 9/3 |
| 96000 mi | muffler failed - part of exhaust rusted off. $405 to fix opted to trade in car |
| 47000 mi | keyless start did not unlock either electronically or mechanically fixed my putting in new computer. |
| 64000 mi US $650 |
muffler -- a section needed to be replaced; 60000 inspection, tuneup, oil change (synthetic) |
| Brake fluid reservoir cap failed to comply with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 135 "light vehicle brake systems." The standard specifies certain brake fluid reservoir labeling requirements. Reservoir cap did not contain statement "Clean Fille |
| 88000 mi US $400 |
Car died, would not restart. Used towing company that the Nissan dealer recommended, charged $175 to tow 20 mins. Towed to dealer, $200 diagnostic, fuel pump bad. Dealer wanted to charge $800 more to repair, said no, towed on dolly home |
| 43400 mi | Piston slap. Replaced engine block under extended Nissan Warranty |
| 52700 mi C $80 |
Solenoid replaced on emissions canister |
| 75100 mi | Noise from muffler, flange on muffler rusted and failed, left muffler dangling and loud. Muffler and tailpipe fine. Had a friend weld the part back on Noise from muffler, flange on muffler rusted and failed, left muffler dangling and loud. Muffler and tailpipe fine. Had a friend weld the part back on |
| 98000 mi US $500 |
Flange between intermediate pipe and muffler was leaking again because of corrosion. Could not be welded. Replaced. Intermediate pipe and muffler. |
| 105000 mi US $50 |
Spark Plugs Valve Cover Gasket PCV valve |
| 21000 mi US $792 |
Car slow to start intermittent. Must hold ignition 10-15 seconds to start. Upon my research, I found a TSB that matched my VIN, and brought it up to the dealer, whom discounted it and refused to examine. |
| 46480 mi C $600 |
Some exhaust pipe replaced |
| 47100 mi C $150 |
Exhaust repair. |
| 54880 mi C $100 |
Exhaust was getting noisy. Some piece had rusted through. Mechanic crafted a replacement piece of pipe and installed it. |
| 78740 mi C $150 |
Returned to dealership with broken motor mount. Replacement was ordered and fix performed. |
| 1394 mi | Replaced fuel pump. |
| 5642 mi | Replaced Air/Fuel Sensor. |
| 37000 mi | Muffler Assembly corroded and failed. |
| 3000 mi | Gas cap came apart at gas station. Could not pump gas in tank. Was able to get to dealer with remaining gas in tank. Dealer had to order cap. Was in shop for 5 days. |
| 35000 mi | TPMS light on. Replaced Body Control Module under warranty |
| 100000 mi US $267 |
muffler & tailpipe |
| 175000 mi US $460 |
Water in the fuel tank |
| 19000 mi | Problem causing check engine light was oxygen sensor. Mechanic could not get sensor off of manifold, threads bad. Dealership replaced manifold and sensor. |
| 34000 mi | original code read as oxygen sesor on bank one. Dealer said it was MAF, code was cleared but never returned. |
| 34000 mi | Check engine light was because of an intermitantly faulty MAF sensor. Dealer replaced at no cost. |
| 63700 mi US $400 |
OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACED |
| 26000 mi | Check engine light came on. They had to replace the fuel pump and other parts of the fuel system. |
2007 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 41700 mi US $90 |
Previously had sleeve installed on pipe connecting muffler to catalytic converter due to break. Sleeve needed a second repair after a few years of additional wear and tear. |
| 25000 mi | Engine has loud "rattle", was told due to aluminum pistons, reason sounds like so much garbage to me. |
| 54434 mi US $102 |
Fuel pressure regulator and battery was replaced free of charge by Nissan North America arbitration department. Diagnostic to confirm suspicion of FPR (Fuel Pressure Regulator) failure. Have been experiencing intermittent periods of extended cranking, having to push down/"pump" on accelerator to get car started multiple times. 54,434 miles Repair of FPR sched. for 3/18/11 at local dealer courtesy of Nissan N.A. (after complaint with BBB) as a 1 time, goodwill gesture for customer satisfaction & loyalty. Restoring my confidence in Nissan NA for doing the right thing! |
| 152000 mi US $308 |
motor mount broke causing a noticeable sound so i took it to the shop for diagnosis and repair. |
| 620 mi | rad hose had a crack in it and caused the engine to overheat. was replaced with no problems since |
| 100300 mi US $1200 |
Timing chain streched Cracked fuel pump, repaired with JB weld |
| 103400 mi US $1200 |
New engine |
| 115000 mi US $200 |
New midpipe and muffler |
| 23000 mi | Slow crank. Repair semi-successful. |
| 39000 mi US $53 |
VIBRATING / squeaking noise in engine compartment was troubleshooted to be cracked Air Intake Duct in engine close to firewall. Mechanic temporarily tied the duct to close crack and stop squeaking noise. Ordered part from Nissan Returned to service station to have ordered Engine Air Intake Duct replaced. Problem solved. Since part replacement fuel economy improved substantially. Likely because air fuel mixture was inefficient because of previous cracked duct. |
| 74000 mi US $68 |
Catalytic converter failed at 72,000 miles. Replaced under warranty. The part was back-ordered for 3 weeks, then replaced successfully. |
| 80225 mi US $150 |
Muffler became detached from the flange (common problem). Took user advice went to Midas. They used custom collar to reattach old muffler. Muffler rusted clean off the flange. I took the advice of others with this wellknown problem and went to Midas. They added a custom sleeve and repaired some damage to other parts of the flange. |
| 28000 mi | Sudden and pervasive decrease in fuel economy of 15%. No change in the vehicle, maintenance, driving habits, or routes to account for the change. |
| 28000 mi | Fuel economy experienced sudden and pervasive 15 percent decrease. |
| 31620 mi C $430 |
Muffler connection to main exhaust rusted and became disconnected. Muffler replaced. |
| 50840 mi C $120 |
Replaced rusted exhaust bracket. |
| 56980 mi C $40 |
Loose exhaust heat shields |
| 60760 mi C $350 |
Rusted exhaust pipe between catalytic converter and muffler |
| 67000 mi US $62 |
exhaust pipe had a small hole and two days later broke straight threw. |
| 104000 mi US $2860 |
Clutch went out had it replaced |
| 115320 mi C $90 |
I needed a new flange because mine rusted out at my muffler |
2007 Nissan Versa 4dr Hatch
122-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 94000 mi | Muffler broke off from the flange pipe due to rust, separating from its plate. Had to replace muffler. |
| 18000 mi | Fuel pump broken, car had trouble starting and wouldn't start on a cold day. Pump replaced for free (problem known to dealer?) |
| 24200 mi US $1053 |
The exhaust system (muffler & attachments) and brakes (pads & rotors) had rusted out and needed to be replaced. |
| 32000 mi US $500 |
Loose muffler needed new fastener to attach to the car. |
| 96060 mi US $1413 |
Fuel pump module replace |
| 79900 mi US $106 |
Catalytic converter broke at the bracket, dealer said whole converter needed replacing (outside 80000 warranty) private shop welded a new pipe on it for a lot less than $700 dealer wanted for a new converter. |
| 17000 mi | Check engine light set off by a bad Fuel Air Sensor. Nissan TSB for repairs. Replaced Sensor and reflashed ecu. |
| 31000 mi | I heared tin can like noise behind the car. I thought it was a loose screw from the heat shield. I was rusted muffler and was disconnected in the flange. This also caused my car be noisy. The dealer changed the muffler. |
| 33300 mi US $160 |
owner noticed air intake valve have some crack. suspected that mechanic did this and reported to the dealership. service manager replaced the part with no hassle. |
| 44800 mi US $12000 |
The pre-muffler (as described by Firestone) was heavily rusted. I agreed to have it replaced but the part is soldered to the catalytic converter. So it was necessary to replace the whole thing. |
| 67000 mi US $750 |
engine mount worn out and replaced |
| 40300 mi | oxygen sensor |
| 62000 mi | car refusing to start. computer part to be installed |
| 90920 mi | piston slap, replaced with short block |
| 135160 mi C $80 |
exhaust connection |
| 88000 mi US $30 |
Hole in muffler was making noise; shop welded a new pipe segment in place. Also screwed loose heat shield back in place (was rattling aroud). |
| 69000 mi | Heat shield over the muffler became detached. Mechanic was able to rivet the fallen piece to another heat shield. |
| 119300 mi US $400 |
Exhaust system had rather sizable rust hole appear. |
| 35000 mi | hard starting. replaced fuel pressure sensor. |
| 7000 mi | Dealer left off cap for the engine oil; oil leaked over engine, oil pressure dropped; dealer maintenance crew were busy, taking 2 days to clean the engine completely. Also replaced fuse for between-seat cigarette lighter (2nd fuse replacement). |
| 54000 mi US $435 |
Exhaust system; weld was weak and broke earlier than suspected. Repair included a new muffler. |
| 33500 mi US $35 |
Exhaust broke at welded joint of muffler to flange. Weld at flange to front pipe also fractured. No aftermarket parts available yet. OEM exhaust = $800+. Muffler shop cut off flanges and welded pipe in as a splice. No warranty coverage. |
| 8000 mi | engine light on, trouble starting replacement part for starting problem |
| 15000 mi US $20 |
Muffler gasket welds broke, rusted through had it weld to hold it together until part comes in |
| 15500 mi US $240 |
replacement part came in had muffler replaced |
2007 Nissan Versa
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| Car exhibited failure to start on first (sometimes second) attempt. Engine would turn but not fire. Dealer's service dept. at first said "no problem" but kept the car to test further. Found pressure drop in fuel line. Ultimately stated new fuel pump w | |
| 1000 mi | Fuel pump replaced, problem resolved. |
2007 Nissan Versa
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 28000 mi US $4750 |
Engine shudder, cut off, rough idle,for 3 weeks. Dealer stated there was a blow by in the intake manifold and it could not be repaired. Engine had to be replaced. |
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