The best older Versa
The 2017 Versa has one of the lowest complaint rates of the model. Few repeat faults.
Updated November 2026 · based on 72 owner complaints and 3 recalls
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67 54% below the Versa average
3 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.
Top problems and what they cost
Electrical glitches
Rare warning lights.
Fix: Diagnosis $100 to $200
Electrical
Recalls
If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
In the event of a crash necessitating side curtain air bag deployment, if the side curtain air bags do not deploy as intended there would be an increased ris...
In the event of a crash, if the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended, it can increase the risk of injury.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2017 Nissan Versa
- Ask for CVT fluid service 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.13 of the 72 owner complaints about the 2017 Versa involve the transmission and drivetrain (18%).
Questions
Is the 2017 Nissan Versa reliable?
The best older Versa. The 2017 Versa has one of the lowest complaint rates of the model. Few repeat faults.
How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Versa have?
3 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 2017 Nissan Versa problems?
Electrical glitches.
Crash rating shown for the 2017 Nissan Versa 4 DR FWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.