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Nissan Versa: which year should you buy?

Across the 2011 to 2024 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2023 (93/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Pick the year, not just the nameplate.

Best years to target

2023 93 · 2019 93 · 2018 87 · 2017 87

Every model year, scored

Same math for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to affirm the year, not that it’s clean.

202482/100
Buy

93 complaints · 1 recalls

202393/100
Buybest year

37 complaints · 1 recalls

202185/100
Buy

31 complaints · 3 recalls

202083/100
Buy

63 complaints · 2 recalls

201993/100
Buy

24 complaints · 1 recalls

201887/100
Buy

54 complaints · 2 recalls

201787/100
Buy

62 complaints · 3 recalls

201583/100
Buy

168 complaints · 1 recalls

201476/100
Buy

336 complaints · 2 recalls

201382/100
Buy

204 complaints · 1 recalls

201256/100
Caution

485 complaints · 11 recalls

201164/100
Caution

268 complaints · 7 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2023?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2023 Nissan Versa’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2024 Nissan Versa head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Nissan Versa as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.