NISSAN VERSA 2020

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7
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Official Safety Recalls - Important!

7 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Nissan North America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 21V471000 SAFETY RECALL
30.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 23, 2021
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local NISSAN dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: PM986 / PC811
Notice Date: Aug 20, 2021
Recall Date: Jun 23, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 20V112000 SAFETY RECALL
46 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Feb 26, 2020
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential 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.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local NISSAN dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: NISSAN
Notice Date: Apr 6, 2020
Recall Date: Feb 26, 2020

Consumer Complaints

91 Complaints
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11375757 Other
1 Vehicles Affected
Nov 21, 2020
Defect Description:

AIR BAGS

Potential Consequences:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Corrective Action:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Additional Notes:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11375757
Notice Date: Nov 21, 2020
Recall Date: Nov 21, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11375757 Other
1 Vehicles Affected
Nov 21, 2020
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Potential Consequences:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Corrective Action:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Additional Notes:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11375757
Notice Date: Nov 21, 2020
Recall Date: Nov 21, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11375757 Other
1 Vehicles Affected
Nov 21, 2020
Defect Description:

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Potential Consequences:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Corrective Action:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Additional Notes:

I HAD AN ACCIDENT WHERE I STRUCK A DEER. THE FLOOR AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND INJURED ME. MY LEG HAS A BAD HEMOTOMA FROM IT.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11375757
Notice Date: Nov 21, 2020
Recall Date: Nov 21, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11366403 Other
Oct 26, 2020
Defect Description:

SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Consequences:

CAR BRAKES WHILE DRIVING FOWARD

Corrective Action:

CAR BRAKES WHILE DRIVING FOWARD

Additional Notes:

CAR BRAKES WHILE DRIVING FOWARD

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11366403
Notice Date: Oct 26, 2020
Recall Date: Oct 26, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11363848 Other
Oct 12, 2020
Defect Description:

SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Consequences:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Corrective Action:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Additional Notes:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11363848
Notice Date: Oct 12, 2020
Recall Date: Oct 12, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11363848 Other
Oct 12, 2020
Defect Description:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

Potential Consequences:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Corrective Action:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Additional Notes:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11363848
Notice Date: Oct 12, 2020
Recall Date: Oct 12, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11363848 Other
Oct 12, 2020
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Corrective Action:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Additional Notes:

THE FUEL DOESN'T PUMP CORRECTLY AS IT SHOULD. THE FUSE BURNT OUT. THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING RANDOMLY ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING. IT ALSO DOESN'T ACTIVATE AT ALL. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR LIFTS UPWARD LIKE A WHEELIE FROM A STOP LIGHT. THERE WAS SMOKING AND BURNING SMELL FROM UNDER THE HOOD.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11363848
Notice Date: Oct 12, 2020
Recall Date: Oct 12, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11361965 Other
Sep 30, 2020
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Potential Consequences:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN THE BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE DETECTED FROM THE SEAT. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. ADDITIONALLY, THE HOOD FAILED TO CLOSE AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GAP ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KINGS NISSAN (2758 CONEY ISLAND AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11235, (718) 934-3300) WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

Corrective Action:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN THE BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE DETECTED FROM THE SEAT. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. ADDITIONALLY, THE HOOD FAILED TO CLOSE AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GAP ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KINGS NISSAN (2758 CONEY ISLAND AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11235, (718) 934-3300) WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

Additional Notes:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN THE BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE DETECTED FROM THE SEAT. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. ADDITIONALLY, THE HOOD FAILED TO CLOSE AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GAP ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KINGS NISSAN (2758 CONEY ISLAND AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11235, (718) 934-3300) WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11361965
Notice Date: Sep 30, 2020
Recall Date: Sep 30, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11361965 Other
Sep 30, 2020
Defect Description:

SEAT BELTS

Potential Consequences:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN THE BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE DETECTED FROM THE SEAT. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. ADDITIONALLY, THE HOOD FAILED TO CLOSE AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GAP ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KINGS NISSAN (2758 CONEY ISLAND AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11235, (718) 934-3300) WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

Corrective Action:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN THE BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE DETECTED FROM THE SEAT. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. ADDITIONALLY, THE HOOD FAILED TO CLOSE AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GAP ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KINGS NISSAN (2758 CONEY ISLAND AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11235, (718) 934-3300) WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

Additional Notes:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN THE BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE DETECTED FROM THE SEAT. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. ADDITIONALLY, THE HOOD FAILED TO CLOSE AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GAP ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KINGS NISSAN (2758 CONEY ISLAND AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11235, (718) 934-3300) WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11361965
Notice Date: Sep 30, 2020
Recall Date: Sep 30, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11342177 Other
Jul 29, 2020
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

THE SCREEN FOR THE RADIO WON'T TURN ON SOMETIMES WHEN THE CAR IS ON. I HAVE TO DRIVE A COUPLE MILES BEFORE IT WORKS LEAVING ME WITHOUT GPS AND RADIO. ITS HAPPENED ABOUT A DOZEN TIMES SINCE OWNERSHIP.

Corrective Action:

THE SCREEN FOR THE RADIO WON'T TURN ON SOMETIMES WHEN THE CAR IS ON. I HAVE TO DRIVE A COUPLE MILES BEFORE IT WORKS LEAVING ME WITHOUT GPS AND RADIO. ITS HAPPENED ABOUT A DOZEN TIMES SINCE OWNERSHIP.

Additional Notes:

THE SCREEN FOR THE RADIO WON'T TURN ON SOMETIMES WHEN THE CAR IS ON. I HAVE TO DRIVE A COUPLE MILES BEFORE IT WORKS LEAVING ME WITHOUT GPS AND RADIO. ITS HAPPENED ABOUT A DOZEN TIMES SINCE OWNERSHIP.

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11342177
Notice Date: Jul 29, 2020
Recall Date: Jul 29, 2020
Nissan North America, Inc.
Campaign: 11338926 Other
Jul 12, 2020
Defect Description:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Potential Consequences:

MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING DOWN I-75 WHEN A SMALL GRAVEL HIT THE BOTTOM PASSENGER SIDE OF HER CAR WINDSHIELD. MADE A SMALL DIVOT THAT QUICKLY SHOT ACROSS HER WINDSHIELD PUTTING HER IN DANGER. SEE PHOTOS. CAR HAS ROUGHLY 1300 MILES

Corrective Action:

MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING DOWN I-75 WHEN A SMALL GRAVEL HIT THE BOTTOM PASSENGER SIDE OF HER CAR WINDSHIELD. MADE A SMALL DIVOT THAT QUICKLY SHOT ACROSS HER WINDSHIELD PUTTING HER IN DANGER. SEE PHOTOS. CAR HAS ROUGHLY 1300 MILES

Additional Notes:

MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING DOWN I-75 WHEN A SMALL GRAVEL HIT THE BOTTOM PASSENGER SIDE OF HER CAR WINDSHIELD. MADE A SMALL DIVOT THAT QUICKLY SHOT ACROSS HER WINDSHIELD PUTTING HER IN DANGER. SEE PHOTOS. CAR HAS ROUGHLY 1300 MILES

Manufacturer: NISSAN
Mfg Campaign: 11338926
Notice Date: Jul 12, 2020
Recall Date: Jul 12, 2020

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