2008 Nissan Versa Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 171about this part
- Share
- 45%of 381 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 74,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 171 complaints about the air bags of the 2008 Nissan Versa, 45% of the 381 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 74,000 miles. 14 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 5 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Today was in an accident, car slid and rolled multiple times. The car is completely totaled and I was informed that 100% air bags should have deployed but they did not. Checked for recalls and there is recalls for this vehicle for airbags but my VIN does not match the database.”
NHTSA complaint #11350106, filed 2020-08, 227,000 miles“Takata recall (Nissan Versa hatchback) airbag light will not turn off in car. This relates to vehicle safety for any passenger in front seat of car in case of an accident. Have had to replace sensors and catalytic converter once and have been told recently I need the major catalytic converter replaced again. Sometimes an unusual smell comes from engine when I start car.”
NHTSA complaint #11048810, filed 2017-11, 120,000 miles“Takata recall - it has been about a year since first time I contacted the dealer for repair of this recall item. Yet to date, I get the same excuse that they don't have the part and they will call me when they have a part. Meanwhile, this vehicle is in use because, it is a primary transportation for me and my family.”
NHTSA complaint #10983086, filed 2017-05, 50,000 miles“Back in april of 2013 I got into a car accident where I rear ended a stopped vehicle going 40-50mph. My airbags did not deploy, which resulted in the injury of myself (the driver), and both of my passengers. I hit the windshield and got a concussion. My passenger in the front of the car received a fracture on her collar bone because the airbags did not deploy.”
NHTSA complaint #10592325, filed 2014-05, 30,000 miles“Takata recall I have repeatedly contacted Nissan for assistance in getting this recall addressed. Each time, they keep telling me ill have to wait until next spring for the parts to come in. In the mean time, I am putting myself and other passengers at risk of injury and/or death.”
NHTSA complaint #11043930, filed 2017-11, 3 milesRelated recalls
- 20V008000Jan 9, 2020Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback…Covers: Nissan Versa 2007–2011, Infiniti FX35 2003–2008, FX45 2003–2008 +8 more
- 18V452000Jul 6, 2018Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2007-2008 Nissan Versa sedan and Versa hatchback vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in…Covers: Nissan Versa 2007–2008
- 17V449000Jul 17, 2017Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and 2007-2012 Versa Hatchback vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver…Covers: Nissan Versa 2007–2012
- 17V028000Jan 10, 2017Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012 Nissan Versa hatchbacks originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida…Covers: Nissan Versa 2007–2009, 2012, Infiniti M35 2006–2010, M45 2006–2010 +2 more
- 16V349000May 24, 2016Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45, 2003-2004 Infiniti I35, 2006-2010 Infiniti M35 and M45…Covers: Nissan Versa 2007–2011, Infiniti FX35 2003–2008, FX45 2003–2008 +4 more
Related service bulletins
- 10240536Jul 25, 2023TAKATA INFLATOR FIELD QUALITY PARTS COLLECTION INITIATIVE 2007-2008 VERSA HATCHBACK AND SEDAN Initiative ID # PM651 has been superseded by Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign…
- 10152994Jan 29, 2019Subject: Takata Completion Objectives for Q4 Nissan is continuing to ask its dealers to urgently help increase customer participation in the Takata recalls and to help it achieve…
- 10152508Nov 30, 2018Dealer Engagement for Takata Awareness Nissan is committed to the safety and security of its customers and their passengers. As you are likely aware, Nissan has initiated…
- 10090653Jun 17, 2016"nissan launched a special parts collection activity on march 24th, to replace the front driver and passenger takata air bag inflators free of charge on specific my07-my08 c11…
- 10192777Mar 15, 2016INTRODUCTION Nissan is conducting this Takata Inflator Field Quality Parts Collection Initiative in Florida to replace the driver and passenger air bag inflators on certain…
- 10192513Jan 16, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags…
- 10192305Jan 27, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM)…
- 10025522Jan 27, 2014Nissan: srs precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the srs, can lead to a serious injury or death caused by…
Air bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 5 | 16% |
| 2020 | 5 | 8% |
| 2019 | 2 | 8% |
| 2018 | 15 | 26% |
| 2017 | 15 | 24% |
| 2016 | 21 | 26% |
| 2015 | 25 | 15% |
| 2014 | 24 | 12% |
| 2013 | 22 | 11% |
| 2012 | 167 | 34% |
| 2011 | 152 | 57% |
| 2010 | 130 | 48% |
| 2009 | 180 | 36% |
| 2008 | 171 | 45% |
| 2007 | 150 | 42% |
Other parts of the 2008 Nissan Versa
70 complaintsFuel system
32 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsSteering
23 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsWheels
16 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsTires
12 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsEngine
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Nissan Versa
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology