2015 Nissan Versa Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 47about this part
- Share
- 28%of 168 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 47 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2015 Nissan Versa, 28% of the 168 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Bought this car 5 days ago and transmission feels like its not engaging right took it back to the dealer and he sent me to his mechanic and he said it was fine however its still grinding at times hesitate s when accelerated so much so ive almost bren rear ended too many times to count it only had 68000 miles it should not be going oyt and I just got it”
NHTSA complaint #11242426, filed 2019-08, 68,435 miles“My car shut off while I was stopped at a stop sign. The radio and air were still on. The car would not move. In order for me to move the vehicle, I had to put it into park, turn the ignition switch to off and turn the ignition back to on. Basically turn it all the way off and restart the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11328528, filed 2020-06, 80,900 miles“On september 25,2018 my 2015 Nissan Versa transmission went out. In march 2018 I took it in the dealership to get it check for a loud strange noise when I was hitting the gas pedal . They told me that it was the transmission at 56,000 miles . So I continue to drive the car. The car had started jerking and making real loud noise . When I put it in reverse the car would cut off. At 76,122 the transmission went out.”
NHTSA complaint #11132769, filed 2018-10, 76,122 miles“Takata recall hello, I have a Nissan Versa 2015 model and have 55000 miles on its meter. I am having alot of problem with my car. I can feel all the gears changing while drive wether its on city or highway ( kind of feel like a sudden jerk in body) . My engine oil is going bad at 3-4000 miles ( putting sythetic oil with gurantee 10-15000 mile) . And if engine oil goes bad my car's pickup go less. It cant run over 15-20 MPH. …”
NHTSA complaint #11090521, filed 2018-04, 55,000 miles“My 2015 Nissan Versa transmission has gone out and it only has 79k miles I purchased it brand new in oct of 2015. I am just checking to see if the transmission was installed in 2014 since those transmissions were recalled on the 2014 versas were used in the 2015 versas. The transmission should not have failed with that mileage. I am sure Nissan is aware of this issue with customers, as I have found several complaints from Nissan Versa owners. …”
NHTSA complaint #11066861, filed 2018-02, 79,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10233904Mar 29, 2023CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10222714Sep 27, 2022CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10218745May 17, 2022ENHANCED DIAGNOSTIC LOGIC FOR CVT This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10199148Jun 9, 2021CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10190200Mar 1, 2021CVT OIL LEAK DIAGNOSIS USING FLUORESCENT DYE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10176204May 11, 2020CVT Warranty Extension In an effort to assure customer satisfaction, demonstrate our confidence in continuously variable transmissions (CVTs), and to address customer concerns…
- 10176203May 11, 2020CVT Repairs Repair Recommendation: Dealers are advised to use all diagnostic information available in the ESM, TSBs, and ASIST to determine the appropriate repair for a…
- 10176202May 11, 2020Dear Nissan Sentra Owner: Thank you for being a Nissan owner. We strive to provide you with an excellent ownership experience that includes confidence in your vehicleâs…
- 10173617Mar 5, 20202013-2017 SENTRA AND VERSA SEDAN, AND 2014-2017 VERSA NOTE; ENHANCED DIAGNOSTIC LOGIC FOR CVT This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please…
- 10173603Mar 5, 20202013-2017 VERSA SEDAN AND 2014-2017 VERSA NOTE; CVT JUDDER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 33% |
| 2024 | 34 | 35% |
| 2023 | 15 | 41% |
| 2022 | 7 | 35% |
| 2021 | 9 | 28% |
| 2020 | 16 | 25% |
| 2019 | 11 | 46% |
| 2018 | 10 | 18% |
| 2017 | 9 | 15% |
| 2016 | 20 | 25% |
| 2015 | 47 | 28% |
| 2014 | 82 | 40% |
| 2013 | 73 | 36% |
| 2012 | 163 | 34% |
| 2011 | 8 | 3% |
| 2010 | 6 | 2% |
| 2009 | 20 | 4% |
| 2008 | 17 | 4% |
| 2007 | 13 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2015 Nissan Versa
26 complaintsOther or unknown
26 complaintsAir bags
25 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsBrakes
20 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsElectronic stability control
11 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Nissan Versa
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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