Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 37 complaints for the 2023 Nissan Versa, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V1540002024-27-02

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 37 issues reported over 1 model years, power train,vehicle speed control,engine problems are the most common for the 2023 Nissan Versa. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train,vehicle Speed Control,engine7

02Engine5

03Unknown Or Other4

04Power Train3

05Power Train,engine2

37 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Nissan Versa Fuel Economy

30–35mpg combined

27-32city

35-40hwy

$1,250-$1,450/yr

The 2023 Nissan Versa delivers 30 to 35 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Versa - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

35mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

32 city40 hwy~$1,250/yr7/10 Clean

Versa - Manual 5-spd

30mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city35 hwy~$1,450/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2023 Nissan Versa

33States

32%in top 3

California has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 33 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

CACalifornia

50512%

TXTexas

41810%

FLFlorida

3819%

GAGeorgia

2165%

DCWashington DC

2135%

MDMaryland

1864%

PAPennsylvania

1794%

ILIllinois

1724%

AZArizona

1474%

MOMissouri

1423%

DEDelaware

1343%

HIHawaii

1093%

NCNorth Carolina

1093%

WAWashington

902%

TNTennessee

842%

MAMassachusetts

812%

NHNew Hampshire

812%

NVNevada

802%

OKOklahoma

792%

OR75

IN64

NY50

CO49

OH47

NM43

NJ40

CT39

MI38

VA35

LA31

AL21

WI21

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

Buying a 2023 Nissan Versa?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2023 Nissan Versa a good car to buy?

The 2023 Nissan Versa has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report power train,vehicle speed control,engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Nissan Versa?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2023 Nissan Versa. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2023 Nissan Versa?

You'll get between 30 and 35 MPG combined from the 2023 Nissan Versa, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2023 Nissan Versa?

Out of 37 owner complaints, power train,vehicle speed control,engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.