2013 Nissan Versa: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Nissan Versa: 1 recall, 204 owner complaints and up to 35 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Speed control / throttle, Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #15V507000 · 2015 · 298,747 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Nissan versa sedan vehicles manufactured June 9, 2011, to March 11, 2015, and 2014-2015 Nissan versa note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to March 11, 2015. The affected vehicles have a center console trim panel that May catch the driver's shoe and delay the transition from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal.
Why it matters: A delay in the application of the brake pedal would lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the console trim panel, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 13 injuries and 3 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (73): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (30), stalls / loses power (15), warning light on (13).
- Other / unknown (33): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5).
- Brakes (32): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (9), noise or vibration (6), warning light on (3).
- Speed control / throttle (27): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4).
The 2013 Nissan Versa has 204 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 19 Versa model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 175). Complaints peaked in 2018 (34 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 52,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (486 complaints, 10 recalls), 2014 (207 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 40 | 35 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 35 | 30 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Nissan Versa have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2013 Nissan Versa. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Nissan Versa problems?
Owners have filed 204 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (73), other / unknown (33), brakes (32).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Nissan Versa get?
EPA ratings run up to 35 mpg combined (1.6 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Nissan Versa repair manual?
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