2009 Nissan Versa Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 4%of 504 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 85,786miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the engine of the 2009 Nissan Versa, 4% of the 504 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 85,786 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving down a 30mph chicago street my car engine just shut off. I had enough momentum to turn into a parking lot and actually reach a space but that space was tow zone so I had to sit there with my car for 3 hours while I waited for a tow truck because it was actually rush hour. After taking it to aaa car body shop, they discovered that the engine was just dead. …”
NHTSA complaint #10823588, filed 2016-02, 85,786 miles“The Nissan dealership informed me of a broken mid pipe on the muffler. I researched the issue and found that many people were told that it is related to salt on the roads. The issue appears to be persistent across Nissan versas in the late 2000 models (especially 2009). There is a loud roaring noise from the muffler and a strong gaseous smell inside when the engine is on and no other heating/cooling functions are turned on.”
NHTSA complaint #10948758, filed 2017-01, 60,384 miles“My oil plug came out during a 45 mile drive home. I had my oil changed in feb. And in june it fell out during the drive. My engine started knocking and almost blew up. It was smoking upon the stop to look at it. I put 4 quarts of oil in it and it came out in a matter of seconds. I had the oil plug replaced and put 5 quarts of oil in and it has been fine since.”
NHTSA complaint #10525921, filed 2013-07, 86,000 miles“July 2, 2013 - while driving the service engine soon (ses) light comes on. The rate of speed does not seem to have an impact on this problem. I have taken my car to the Nissan dealership on 7 different occasions for this problem. Each time the computer reveals the following code: p2a00 a/f sensor failed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10522972, filed 2013-07, 30,516 miles“For many years*, the exhaust from my Nissan Versa has made me sick (nauseous and headaches) similar to how vw exhaust would make me sick. I am concerned that Nissan vehicles may be cheating on inspections checks like vw was doing. Exhaust from many other vehicles may smell, but this particular exhaust is sickening. Our vehicle passes emission standards for md each year and we always keep it well maintained. So again, I am concerned they have software that works to fool emissions testing by changing the exhaust allowed when hooked up to an emissions testing computer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11244126, filed 2019-08, 120,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 25% |
| 2024 | 53 | 55% |
| 2023 | 23 | 62% |
| 2022 | 6 | 30% |
| 2021 | 5 | 16% |
| 2020 | 14 | 22% |
| 2019 | 3 | 13% |
| 2018 | 14 | 25% |
| 2017 | 8 | 13% |
| 2016 | 10 | 12% |
| 2015 | 26 | 15% |
| 2014 | 37 | 18% |
| 2013 | 26 | 13% |
| 2012 | 50 | 10% |
| 2011 | 11 | 4% |
| 2010 | 17 | 6% |
| 2009 | 18 | 4% |
| 2008 | 7 | 2% |
| 2007 | 9 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2009 Nissan Versa
182 complaintsAir bags
180 complaintsFuel system
28 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsWheels
26 complaintsEngine cooling
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 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 27, 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