2012 Nissan Versa Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 34about this part
- Share
- 7%of 486 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 35,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 34 complaints about the electrical system of the 2012 Nissan Versa, 7% of the 486 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 35,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Nissan Versa 2012 has a engine problem with the mass air sensor and also the electrical probelm.my car shut off on the road while I was driving.I sent to the mechanist but they could not find the exact problem.I also sent to a Nissan dealership but the problem still remain it. I one time almost got a accident because of it.”
NHTSA complaint #11395606, filed 2021-02, 68,945 miles“I have a 2012 Nissan Versa, my car won't start. Everything will turn over, but the engine. You wait a few and it might. I take the key out and put back in and it might start. It has to with the key and ignition switch!”
NHTSA complaint #11306985, filed 2020-02, 11,100 miles“I have to hit the curb to stop car tire damge and under car to prevent hit a car.. I been notice that since ibougth my car , I report to Nissan they say is nothing wrong with my car .. Sometimes I been driving and car accelarate by himself , also.. Shoe stock in gaz pedal ..very dangerous .. Because cant brake .!!.”
NHTSA complaint #10606667, filed 2014-06, 20,000 miles“On 8 march 2017, my battery died and I had it replaced at tj automatics & services. I drove the car for a few days before going on vacation. On 21 march 2017, as I'm driving home on the far (fast) left lane, on I-85n, atlanta, ga.at approximately 3:30pm, the car shuts-down. I was able to coast over to the emergency lane without incident. I had the car towed to the above mentioned shop and they performed a diagnostic test that showed ECM no communication. They replaced a maxi fuse 20a and reprogramed key. …”
NHTSA complaint #10971463, filed 2017-04, 8 miles“I pulled up to a pump at a gas station, got out and went in the store to get a drink. Came back out and my car had locked up. The steering and brakes were both locked. Thank god I wasn't in motion when this happened. The car would not accelerate. I cut the car off and let it sit there before trying to start it again. It cranks but never turns over. There is a battery light, brake light, ps light and oil light on the dash. I researched it and everything indicated a bad alternator. I bought a Nissan alternator and put it on. Still never turned over. …”
NHTSA complaint #10821401, filed 2016-01, 70,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11004962May 21, 2024VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this…
- 11004961May 21, 2024CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004960May 21, 2024CAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10239062Jun 16, 2023SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical…
- 10239060Jun 16, 202312 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while…
- 10235707Apr 27, 2023VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this…
- 10235710Apr 17, 2023INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10208946Feb 22, 2022CAN COMMUNICATION â NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10190174Mar 17, 2021WORN IGNITION KEY WILL NOT TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10190124Mar 11, 2021NAVIGATION WILL NOT WORK AFTER SD MAP CARD INSTALLED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 8% |
| 2024 | 16 | 17% |
| 2023 | 7 | 19% |
| 2022 | 3 | 15% |
| 2021 | 8 | 25% |
| 2020 | 12 | 19% |
| 2019 | 7 | 29% |
| 2018 | 17 | 30% |
| 2017 | 11 | 18% |
| 2016 | 8 | 10% |
| 2015 | 17 | 10% |
| 2014 | 17 | 8% |
| 2013 | 12 | 6% |
| 2012 | 34 | 7% |
| 2011 | 17 | 6% |
| 2010 | 17 | 6% |
| 2009 | 14 | 3% |
| 2008 | 25 | 7% |
| 2007 | 29 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2012 Nissan Versa
167 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
163 complaintsOther or unknown
51 complaintsEngine
50 complaintsVehicle speed control
33 complaintsBrakes
32 complaintsSuspension
28 complaintsSteering
24 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsElectronic stability control
10 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Nissan Versa
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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