Nissan Versa won't start problems

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · AZ · crash

On XXX, my son was driving a 2024 Nissan Versa (VIN: [XXX]), with approximately 12,000 miles, on [XXX] near [XXX]. During nighttime travel, the vehicle apparently encountered a possible patch of ice, lost traction, spun, and came to a stop on the roadway. My son attempted to restart the engine multiple times, but the vehicle would not start. The occupants noticed approaching headlights and exited the vehicle for safety. A bus passed without striking the Nissan. They returned to the vehicle and again attempted to restart it without success. Shortly afterward, another vehicle approached. All occupants exited the Nissan a second time. Within seconds, a semi-truck struck the stationary vehicle. Fortunately, everyone escaped before impact. Had they remained inside, the consequences could have been fatal. Following the collision, the airbags had not deployed. We are reporting two potential safety concerns: 1.Engine/Starting System: The vehicle would not restart after the initial incident, leaving it disabled and exposed to approaching highway traffic. The cause remains UNKNOWN. 2.Airbag System: The airbags did not deploy when the semi-truck struck the vehicle. We request an evaluation to determine whether the restraint system functioned as designed. The vehicle is located at [XXX], and may be available for inspection upon coordination. Nissan North America has been contacted and requested additional information. A technical diagnosis has not yet been provided. Whether any warning lights or messages appeared before the incident is UNKNOWN. Whether the vehicle's electronic safety systems have been inspected is UNKNOWN. We request that the federal safety agency investigate both concerns and evaluate whether a potential vehicle safety defect exists. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Oct 4, 2026 · Engine · OH

Check engine light came on. Took car to auto shop and had them use the code reader. The code thrown was for cylinder 1 misfiring. Under further investigation it was found to the valve cover gasket needed replaced. After replacing the valve cover gasket the torque strut mount plugs and engine coils the car seemed to run fine. About 3 hours later the car started having trouble accelerating and the engine started to shake bad. And hour later while at a red light the car stalled out and wouldn't start again. Had to have the car towed. Noticed a good amount of oil leaked in the bottom of the engine.

Filed Jan 17, 2026 · Brakes, Steering · NC · crash

Vehicle: 2025 Nissan Versa Mileage: 276 Date: 01/17/26 Location: my home in Winston salem nc Warning lights: None observed / Unknown While reversing to park, the vehicle suddenly lost power steering and braking assistance at the same time. The steering became extremely hard to turn, and the brakes did not stop the vehicle. I lost control, and the car continued rolling backward, resulting in a collision with another parked vehicle. After the vehicle stopped, I shifted into Park and the engine shut off. When I attempted to restart, the vehicle would not start. After approximately one minute, it restarted normally and I was able to move the vehicle. This failure occurred without warning and created a serious safety hazard due to loss of steering and braking control.

Filed May 28, 2025 · Electrical · DE

On 3/21/25 I was informed by Malik's Auto Repair that I need my transmission replaced after a diagnostic of my car making a vacuum noise. After researching, I found that many Nissan vehicles have been experiencing this problem. I contacted Nissan and they informed me that no recall has been made for my make and model. It is a safety issue because at any time the car could stop causing an accident or fatality. Also, I had to have my starter replaced on this car. My car would not start. I was out with my daughter and if it was not for me having AAA we would have been stranded. Nissan stated that this issue was fixed on my car prior to me purchasing it. There is no record of this issue being fixed on Carfax and I paid almost $600 to replace it. Nissan have not assisted me with anything. Now I have to try to come up with the funds for a transmission.

Filed Mar 24, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · IN

Has an issue with the mass flow air sensor. I had this car for 7 months with 84,000 miles on it and noticed instantly that it had poor mileage and stalled a lot. Check engine came on the first time and I took it to have a diagnostic test and a P101 code came on, a couple of days later the car wouldn't start. Replaced the mass flow air sensor and the car was driveable but it had the same poor gas mileage and stalling that it did the first time. Went out again within a week for the 2nd time. Got it replaced recently a third time and Im still having acceleration, poor gas mileage, and stalling. Car isn't safe to drive and does not pass the smog test .

Filed Mar 22, 2025 · Electrical, Lights · PA

We’ve had our 2024 Nissan Versa that is an automatic transmission for over a year now and there has been some minor issues like headlights getting brighter as you accelerate, sometimes when it’s colder outside I’ve had the auto lights not work because of the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems lights would pop on like they not working anymore. The heat seems to take FOREVER to get warm. Now the latest issue is with out any kind of warning whatsoever a friend and I went to the casino and spent about an hour or two inside came out to leave i had turn the key to acc and left it on like that for I don’t know maybe 10 mins before i was done checking gps and ready to leave ( mind you I’ve had in on acc before SEVERAL TIMES & for WAY LONGER) and it will not start! I am currently waiting on roadside assistance to come jump start the car and hopefully that’s all that’s wrong!

Filed Jul 3, 2024 · CA

I have had two major instances where the Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF) has caused my vehicle to lose total power. The first incident occurred around midnight one night as I was heading home. I was unable to accelerate from a stop sign and had to put the car in neutral and coast in reverse to be able to get my vehicle out of the road and along the curb. The vehicle would not start on its own. I had to have the vehicle towed and taken to a mechanic where repairs were completed. WIthin two months of these repairs, I notice the problem seems to be returning. Three times I notice the car not accelerating correctly and one instance where I tried to press the gas pedal and had no response from the car to it. Ultimately these issue led to my coming home one night around 2am and the car simply would not accelerate at all. I had to pull over and again call a tow truck. My mechanic tells me the the MAF sensor is faulty, but the company handling the extended warranty wants to see the car orior to repairs being done. However, that means I am stuck waiting almost a week before repairs can even begin. Its very nerve racking having this issue on your vehicle. Its an intermittent problem that seems to creep up whenever it feels like it, I have to drive my car for work and I often keep late hours. I dont like the idea of breaking down at night in an area I am not familiar with Having thid problem affects not only my and others safety but my overall well being and financial stability

Filed Feb 9, 2024 · Engine · KY

I took delivery 1/2/24 with 70 mi. on the odometer. At 90 mi. I stalled the engine while getting used to the hill assist feature. Upon restart, the engine was detuned to low power output and as I tried to merge onto the interstate, the car struggled to get to 50 mph. I exited the interstate and went to dinner while researching the issue. Upon restart, the vehicle drove normally. A month later, at 2654 mi. the engine stalled at a stop sign while I was wearing oversize work boots and fumbling the clutch on a grade. Upon restart, the car went into reduced power mode again and was very slow to accelerate. I pulled over and restarted the car to no avail. It still suffered reduced power. I pulled over at a food mart and looked under the hood and took a 20 minute break to call the Nissan dealership to set an appointment for service. I found that through research this is a common problem to 2022-2024 Versa with key ignition and manual transmission. No MIL light was displayed to indicate any problem, yet the vehicle was in reduced power mode. Upon restart, the car went back to normal power levels. There was once an instance where the engine cranked and did not start on the first attempt and drove sluggishly across the parking lot to the gas pump. After fill up, the car drove normally. I believe this was related. Nissan seems unaware of the issue, but I will let them know upon my visit on 2/15/24.

Filed May 31, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · MD

Car will only start sporadically. Had both camshaft sensors replaced, check engine light still on. Unable to predict when vehicle will start. Sometimes it will rev up but wont actually start. Dealership says it needs ECM and engine harness replaced. I have had to get it towed several times from several random parking lots or streets because it wouldn't start. Wont pass an emissions test even though sensors were replaced, check engine lights wont go off.

Filed Feb 18, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · OK

The vehicle was stationary, it will not start, it will not turn on. None of my lights have been left on, nothing has been plugged in. The first time I had it jumped it started and turned on. The belt was making a high pitched squealing noise. After it was initially jumped and after it was on & drove around & put back in park and turned back off. It no longer would start. I have tried to have it jumped again & it would not jump. I am concerned with the engine and fuel system. When I've tried to turn it on and it wouldn't it made sort of like a gargling noise after I had hit the start button as well as the gauges coming very slightly & shaking