2009 Nissan Versa Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 180about this part
- Share
- 36%of 504 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 88,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 180 complaints about the air bags of the 2009 Nissan Versa, 36% of the 504 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 88,000 miles. 19 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, 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.
“Received passenger airbag warning this spring. My daughter was forced to drive around with everyone in the back seat. Months later we get a recall for the driver side airbag. Now my daughter can't even drive the car! Replacement parts aren't expected til 'spring 2018' which is months away. What am I supposed to do with this car during that time?”
NHTSA complaint #11030307, filed 2017-09, 110,000 miles“Takata recall I reached out to a nearby Nissan dealership, nationwide Nissan based out of timonium maryland. They attempted to take possession of my vehicle from september until march because they did not have airbags in stock. They tried to force me into signing a waiver that would prohibit me from driving my own vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11047722, filed 2017-11, 78,000 miles“Passenger side airbag light is on and blinking on dashboard. Nissan states that entire passenger seat needs to be replaced. Computer was reset twice and light is still blinking. The vehicle was purchased new and has never been in an accident. I am afraid this might be part of a earlier recall since I can not determine if my passenger side airbag is a 2009 model.”
NHTSA complaint #10664615, filed 2014-12, 66,800 miles“Takata airbag? I don't know because nothing has happened to date but I have a flashing airbag light I can't afford to fix. I've been told various prices for initial scans and diagnosis, but with all the takata issues and this being an imported vehicle manufactured by Nissan I believe someone should look into this before I'm subjected to the time and expense. I've been told with a flashing airbag light the system is inactive and less safe. Please review and advise”
NHTSA complaint #10891835, filed 2016-07, 75,000 miles“On tv (abc 7 chicago) there was a report that stated that there was a problem with the air bag on vehicles that were made before 2010. The air bags suddenly explode without any warning. I just want to make sure that my car is safe when I am driving.”
NHTSA complaint #10723364, filed 2015-06, 46,000 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
- 18V044000Jan 10, 2018Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Versa Hatchback, and 2009-2011 Versa Sedan vehicles ever registered in the states of…Covers: Nissan Versa 2009–2012
- 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
- 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…
- 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)…
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 2009 Nissan Versa
182 complaintsFuel system
28 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsWheels
26 complaintsEngine cooling
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsTires
18 complaintsOther or unknown
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsBrakes
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 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