CVT trouble on the Versa and Versa Note
The 2014 Versa has an above-average complaint rate. CVT failures and stalling are the main complaints.
Updated November 2026 · based on 343 owner complaints and 4 recalls
245 1.7x the Versa average
4 free to fix at a dealer
Every Versa year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2014 Versa
Top problems and what they cost
CVT failure
Shudder, whine and failure, often at low mileage.
Fix: CVT $2,500 to $4,000
Transmission and drivetrain
Stalling
The engine shuts off while driving.
Fix: Diagnosis $100 to $200
Engine
Recalls
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.
If the engine start/stop button gets stuck in the housing, road vibrations may cause the engine to shut off unexpectedly while the vehicle is being driven, i...
If the rear seat latch bolts break, the rear seats may not perform as designed in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to back seat occupants.
Missing lower body bolts may affect the vehicle's integrity in the event of a rear impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2014 Nissan Versa
- Ask for CVT replacement or fluid records.A CVT is a gearless automatic transmission that uses a belt. Worn ones shudder, whine or slip, and replacing one often costs $3,000 to $5,000, so service records matter.Owners filed 50 complaints about CVT transmission problems on the 2014 Versa, one of the worst years for it.
- Feel for shudder and listen for whine.A shudder feels like driving over rumble strips. It usually points to a worn torque converter or transmission, which can be expensive to fix.Owners filed 50 complaints about CVT transmission problems on the 2014 Versa, one of the worst years for it.
Questions
Is the 2014 Nissan Versa reliable?
CVT trouble on the Versa and Versa Note. The 2014 Versa has an above-average complaint rate. CVT failures and stalling are the main complaints.
How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Versa have?
4 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2014 Nissan Versa problems?
CVT failure; Stalling.
Crash rating shown for the 2014 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.