2020 Nissan Versa recalls and problems

The 2020 Nissan Versa has 2 safety recalls and 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
64
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
5 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Nissan Versa vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Nissan Versa recalls

Recall 21V-471: Exterior Lighting

Reported Jun 23, 2021 · 30,799 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan 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.

Risk: Inoperable front turn signals cannot alert on-coming drivers and/or pedestrians that the vehicle will be turning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the bulbs as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PM986 and PC811.

Recall 20V-112: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Feb 26, 2020 · 46 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Versa vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the fuel tank wall thickness may be insufficient, potentially causing a small hole in the tank seam area.

Risk: If a small hole is present, a fuel leak may occur if the operator fills the tank over half full, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began April 6, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

2020 Nissan Versa problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance22
Power Train16
Engine14
Unknown or Other14
Electrical System12
Service Brakes6
Air Bags5
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Structure3
Suspension3
Back Over Prevention3
Wheels3

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 10
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 10
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 2
  • Structure › Body › Hood — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Sensing System › Camera — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 15,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Nissan Versa complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Suspension · reported Jul 21, 2026
Driving home heard loud metallic sounding”pop” sound at entering driveway in reverse. Found broken spring piece in driveway.
Power Train · reported Jun 24, 2026
My 2020 Nissan versa kept hesitating when being put in reverse the engine light kept coming on every few months I kept being told it was other issues until the transmission went out. I got it checked on multiple occasions because of the way it was hesitating and seemed like it was heating up.
Unknown or Other · reported Jun 11, 2026
I am constantly getting a malfunction for P0101 despite changing my air flow system. It creates acceleration problems everytime.
Unknown or Other · reported Apr 14, 2026
Since 2021 my 2020 Nissan versa SR had been giving me problems with the sensors. All of the dash lights would come on. Then in 2023 my vehicle started to stall and hesitate. It’s gotten to the point where I’d be taking a left turn and I’d press the gas and my car would move a few inches. It’s become very dangerous. Even after changing the air flow sensor my car continues to have problems with acceleration, stalling and hesitating.
Unknown or Other · reported Mar 31, 2026
On the interstate from [XXX] to [XXX] the Nissan Versa's License Plate reflected light so bright that it blinded my ride and we had to slow down and wait for them to get farther away from us. This is not random, they have a spray fixative on their license plate designed to block cameras from clocking their license plate or their numbers being recorded. This was easy to see whenever a light is shined onto it, you can see the thin film of camera block spray that is extremely reflective. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Nissan Versa have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Nissan Versa: 21V-471 (exterior lighting), 20V-112 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Nissan Versa?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (22 reports), followed by power train (16). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 15,000 miles.

Are Nissan recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.