2007 Nissan Versa: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Sep 17, 2021 · Airbags, Body · FL · crash · 2 injuries

While driving, I was going about 25mph, but was coming to an intersection. Before getting to the intersection the light was blinking yellow due to the time so i started to slow down so i could yield through the light. At this time, my son who was 3yrs 2mo old (at the time) was in the backseat in his carseat. As I gradually stepped on the brake pedal, I then felt a big slam, and my face smacked the airbag and dust flew all over my vehicle, and son in the backseat who didnt have an airbag deploy. As I came to realize what happened my son was in the backseat screaming and i had smoke coming from my hood. I hit a city light pole outside of a 7-Eleven store. I was unsure of what happened that caused the accident, but after it happened I got out of my car in complete shock of what hit me. my son was in pullups, and the gel stuff inside the diaper had flew all over my car as it caused the seatbelt to tighten around his legs. I grabbed my son out of the car, because it was smoking and the first thing I should have done was not moved. When i got out of car to see what hit me, i stayed on the sidewalk and waited 35mins for a cop, so by the time the cop came, who never called ems, told me i was being cited and they took my vehicle to the impound lot. The car then was considered totalled and because I was in an accident, gasoline was leaking and they said it was considered hazardous. I didn't nor did my child receive medical attention because we did not have medical insurance at the time but the officer didnt call ems. I then had to pay to get my things from the vehicle from the impound lot, and they were treating me very poorly about what i could grab and what had to left with it. I also had to pay Court Costs, and fines and due to this accident, i have suffered trauma, and my son im sure has also. My body has major pains as well as my legs, hips, neck and severe lower back pain. I am unable to care for my child as he needs at times because my body hurts so bad, i cant help.

Filed Oct 4, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 221,000 miles · NC · fire

I have owned this car since I bought it new in sept.2006. Never have had any problems and have kept it serviced, on oct 02, 2020 I went to store and back home about 8 miles total, parked in yard, approx. 10 minutes later alarm went off and key fob would not dissarm it so I opened the hood and the whole firewall was on fire, and flames bellowing from underneath, I immediately ran and got a fire extingusher andd completely used the large cannister to put fire out. The car is a total loss and very scarey and upsetting that this could happen from a parked car.

Filed Feb 5, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 150,000 miles · VA

The pieces on the door handle of 2007, seem to pop out over time. Drive side key entry and the passenger side door. I know of three nissan versa's have caught fire and all from the cavalier converter... The heater core has some issues. This car had an airbag recall and I don't believe my airbags were replaced. I was told that both side's airbags were done. The dealership told me it would take three weeks to a month to repair. When I told them that I would have to be compensated for my car downtime because I do uber. It was done in two days. The clock spring went out in my car. I do not have a lot of pictures, but I can go in my file and fine them. Thanks for any help on these issues. The airbags were done at the end of 2017 and I didn't know I could do what I'm doing today. I was told I would have to paid to get my airbags checked out. Over the past two years, I've had so many issues with my car. I've spent over 2.000.00 or more. I've learned so much about my car from google and youtube. Thank you for any help in this matter.

Filed Jul 30, 2018 · Engine · 67,000 miles · TX · fire

No recall. Somehow car engine caught on fire, but the heat engine light never came on or any warning lights. The airbag light came on and my horn starting going off. The whole engine and then front part of the car became engulfed in flames. This occurred while the vehicle was in motion on a city street, going straight at about 30 MPH.

Filed Aug 14, 2012 · Engine · 75,000 miles · NC · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan versa. The contact was traveling 35 MPH when the vehicle stalled and could not be restarted. In addition, the contact observed black smoke and flames coming from the engine. The police were contacted and the vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure and current mileages were 75,000.

Filed Dec 14, 2011 · Electrical, Suspension · 54,000 miles · AL

The entire control panel went out. After restarting the car, it appears there was a burning smell. More repairs for a car that is only a few years old and not even paid off. Began with the suspension right after the warranty went out. What a piece of pooh!

Filed Aug 24, 2011 · Electrical · 92,000 miles · MD · fire

Vehicle was left idling in driveway. After a few minutes a passerby knocked on home door to advise car was on fire. Fire dept responded but fire smothered. Insurance claim was filed. Value of claim did not warrant hiring origin and cause expert however photos seem to show fire originating in left rear interior possibly in headliner near c pillar. Damage suggest wiring defect. Vehicle had no history of collision damage. Vehicle had no history of wiring repair.

Filed Mar 5, 2009 · Electrical · 20,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 nissan versa. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire without warning. He maintained regular maintenance on the vehicle and the day after an oil and filter change was made, it suddenly caught fire in a parking lot. The fire department was called and had to break open the vehicle in order to douse the flames. The fire department stated that the fire originated from the front console. A report was filed. The manufacturer retrieved the vehicle for further investigation and concluded that the warranty would not cover the cost of the vehicle. The vehicle was labeled as destroyed. The failure and current mileages were 20,000. Updated 6/2/09 *cn updated 06/04/09.

Filed Nov 21, 2008 · Engine · NJ · fire

2007 nissan versa hatchback. Would of been 2 years old in february. Never had a problem. 11/19 at 7:25 in the morning approx. My car stalled twice and then the engine went up in flames. Engine light and ps light came on few seconds prior to shut off. Fire dept. Came but the whole front / engine hood & windshield burnt.

Filed Dec 1, 2006 · Electrical · 7,000 miles · WA · fire

Dt*: the contact stated while backing out of a driveway at 2 MPH, flames were noticed coming from the rear driver side wheel well. There was nothing unusual about the way the vehicle had operated prior to the fire. The contact used a fire extinguisher to put out the fire. The fire department was contacted, and a fire report was taken. The source and type of fire were unknown. The component that caused the fire was unknown. The gas tank was located on the rear passenger side. The fire department deemed the vehicle totaled. The manufacturer was contacted, and a voice message was left for a callback. The service dealer was not contacted. There were pictures available.