2016 Nissan Versa Note reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2016 Nissan Versa Note holds 29 complaints after 11 years, a rate of 2 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Versa Note years here — over the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (10 of 29), then Air bags (5) and Service brakes (5). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 2 that report an injury.
The 2015 Versa Note has 86 complaints, 8 per year, and the 2017 has 10 complaints, 2 per year. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2017.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2016 Nissan Versa Note. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (29 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that the exhaust became loose and was melting the brake line, which affected the braking system. The vehicle was driven 5 MPH to an independent mechanic, who…"
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"The contact owned a 2016 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH in a parking lot, the vehicle failed to stop as needed while the brake pedal was depressed. No warning lights were…"
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"After arriving home, I stopped in my driveway and waited for the front passenger to exit. The vehicle was still running and may not have been in park. Immediately after the passenger exited and closed the door, the…"
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"Engine keeps losing oil level when no leaks found which causes transmission and engine to act making weird noises when gas pedal hit when driving car. Transmission is making weird noises like it is slipping when driving…"
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"My vehicle was jumping when accelerating. It then went into limp mode to protect the engine due to code NTB17-034g. The mechanic stated this code is coming up and is a safety issue. The car is not accelerating as…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Nissan Versa Note 5 HB FWD | 4 stars | 3 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 15V-507 covers certain 2014-2015 Nissan Versa Note vehicles and 2012-2015 Versa sedans: a center console trim panel can interfere with the accelerator pedal. The campaign lists 298,747 vehicles across those models; dealers modify the console trim panel. Recall 13V-324 covers certain early 2014 Versa Note vehicles (7,707 units) whose lower body sill bolts may be missing or incorrectly torqued; dealers install and tighten the bolts. Recall 17V-275 covers certain 2017 Versa and Versa Note vehicles (509 units): the ring plate securing the passenger frontal air-bag cushion may fail, causing improper deployment; dealers replace the passenger frontal air-bag module.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Nissan Versa Note reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2016 Nissan Versa Note holds 29 complaints after 11 years, a rate of 2 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Versa Note years here — over the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (10 of 29), then Air bags (5) and Service brakes (5). Those filings include 3 that report a crash and 2 that report an injury.
Is the 2016 Nissan Versa Note more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2015 Versa Note has 86 complaints, 8 per year, and the 2017 has 10 complaints, 2 per year. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2017.
Has the 2016 Nissan Versa Note been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the 2016 Nissan Versa Note with NHTSA.
What oil does a Nissan Versa Note take?
2014 US owner’s manual lists SAE 5W-30 with the API Certification Mark (~3.75 qt with filter). Later years in the span may list 0W-20 — confirm your year manual.
What does recall 15V-507 cover on the Versa Note?
Certain 2014-2015 Versa Note vehicles and 2012-2015 Versa sedans: a center console trim panel can interfere with the accelerator pedal. The campaign lists 298,747 vehicles across those models; dealers modify the console trim panel.
What years does the E12 Versa Note cover?
2014-2020 on this site.