2022 Nissan Versa reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2022 Nissan Versa holds 20 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 4 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Versa years here — under the median of the other years, which is 12. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
20
4
0
5
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (7 of 20), then Engine (6) and Electrical system (3). The most filings arrived in 2024 (9 of 20). Those filings include 1 that reports an injury.
The 2021 Versa has 31 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2023 has 37 complaints, 12 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
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 2022 Nissan Versa. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (20 total)
Show 3 more Show less
0
0
1
0
Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
-
"I’m [XXX] with health issues and my mother is [XXX] we bought a car at ( Drive Time ) hoping we would get a good car to go to the dr , I have a [XXX] I can’t afford it though,in my opinion I felt drive time took…"
-
"At approximately 135,000 miles my automatic transmission began "slipping" or lurching while accelerating. I took the car to a Nissan dealership, as well as 2 local mechanics, and all 3 sources have told me that my…"
-
"Electrical issues the entirety of owning this car. Now the car has a dead transmission at 88k miles. The car has caused me to almost be t-boned in a intersection twice due to unexpected loss of acceleration and power.…"
-
"I brought this car in August 2022 and now out of no where the rear breaking collision system is randomly malfunctioning. There will be nothing near my vehicle or in the line of sight and when you reverse it just slams…"
-
"I purchased this car from Carvana on 02/25/26, 2022 Nissan Versa S Manual Transmission. On four occasions over the course of two separate days, while under way, I lost power and the car went into a limp mode. Twice I…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Nissan Versa 4 FWD | 5 stars | 4 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.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versa | 1.6L, 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-wheel drive | 32 | 40 | 35 MPG | $1850 |
| Versa | 1.6L, 4-cyl | Manual 5-speed | Front-wheel drive | 27 | 35 | 30 MPG | $2150 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA safety recall 20V-112 covers certain 2020 Nissan Versa vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, fuel tank wall thickness may be insufficient and can leave a small hole in the tank seam area. If a hole is present, a fuel leak may occur when the tank is filled over half full, increasing fire risk. Remedy: dealers replace the fuel tank free of charge.
Compare
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Nissan Versa reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2022 Nissan Versa holds 20 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 4 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Versa years here — under the median of the other years, which is 12. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2022 Nissan Versa?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (7 of 20), then Engine (6) and Electrical system (3). The most filings arrived in 2024 (9 of 20). Those filings include 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2022 Nissan Versa more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2021 Versa has 31 complaints, 5 per year, and the 2023 has 37 complaints, 12 per year. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.
Has the 2022 Nissan Versa been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2022 Nissan Versa.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Nissan Versa?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the 2022 Nissan Versa with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2022 Nissan Versa get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2022 Nissan Versa is 32.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does a Nissan Versa take?
N17 (2012-2019) manuals list SAE 5W-30 with the API Certification Mark. N18 (2020-on) lists 0W-20 full synthetic (ILSAC GF-5). Confirm the filler-cap grade for your year.
What tire size does a Nissan Versa use?
N17 sedans commonly use 185/65R15. N18 sedans list 195/65R15, 205/55R16, and 205/50R17 depending on trim.
What does NHTSA recall 15V-507 cover on early Versas?
Certain 2012-2015 Versa sedans (and 2014-2015 Versa Note in the same campaign): the center console trim may catch the driver’s shoe and delay moving from accelerator to brake.