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2016 Nissan Versa NoteProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 45 owners and 0 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
45
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Recalls
0
TSBs
137
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 45 complaints, 4 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

transmission failure

4 complaints • Severity 8.5/10

$X,XXX
2

windshield cracks easily

2 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

rattling noise

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
4

lost my video backup camera again

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
5

rainwater enter under floor from ac vent short backup camera

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the DrivetrainHIGH

9 owners reported drivetrain issues — failures commonly reported around 33K miles.

!Inspect the BrakesMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

11
0–30K
2
30–60K
3
60–90K
4
90–120K
2
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (11 reports) • Median: 33K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Drivetrain (9 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Drivetrain9 (20%)
Other8 (18%)
Brakes6 (13%)
Airbags5 (11%)
Engine3 (7%)
Electrical2 (4%)
Suspension2 (4%)
Speed Control2 (4%)

2016 Nissan Versa Note: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 20% of all reports filed for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note, with 9 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 32,900 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 33K-mile mark.

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note, with 6 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to brakes-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note, with 3 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

2
16
3
17
2
18
5
19
10
20
5
21
9
22
5
23
1
25
3
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note. Recent trend: increasing.

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2016 Nissan Versa Note NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

3 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.

EA21002OpenOpened Sep 2021

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

The worst model year for the Nissan Versa Note is the 2014 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is transmission.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 45 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 0 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Nissan Versa Note Model Years

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2016 Nissan Versa Note: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2016 Nissan Versa Note is related to the drivetrain, with 9 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2016 Nissan Versa Note reliable?
The 2016 Nissan Versa Note has 45 complaints, 4 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2016 Nissan Versa Note?
NHTSA rates the 2016 Nissan Versa Note 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2016 Nissan Versa Note problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2016 Nissan Versa Note have any recalls?
No recalls have been issued for the 2016 Nissan Versa Note according to NHTSA records.
What mileage do Nissan Versa Note problems start?
Based on 22 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 32,900 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2016 Nissan Versa Note data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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