2016 Nissan Versa Note: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Nissan Versa Note: 0 recalls, 29 owner complaints.
Recalls
No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (10): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (3), warning light on (2), noise or vibration (2).
- Other / unknown (8): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Airbags (5): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
- Brakes (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Nissan Versa Note has 29 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 6 Versa Note model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 44). Complaints peaked in 2020 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 41,450 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (86 complaints, 2 recalls), 2017 (10 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Nissan Versa Note have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 2016 Nissan Versa Note problems?
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (10), other / unknown (8), airbags (5).
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