Whether you are looking to buy or already own a car, you want to ensure it’s in good working order. Automakers aim to provide a safe vehicle and perform countless tests to ensure their cars are in the best shape. Problems can arise, and when they are significant, the company issues a recall to fix them.
Have there been any recalls issued for the 2014 Nissan Versa transmission?
As of August of 2020, no. However, there have been several other complaints and recalls issued about other types of concerns, including:
- Engine start/stop button may stick
- Lower body bolt may be loose or missing
- Lower trim panel may impede pedal operation
- Rear seat latch bolts may fail
To help ensure you have the information you need about the 2014 Nissan Versa, we’ll describe these problems here, so you know what to expect.
Engine Start/Stop Button May Stick
NHTSA Recall ID: 15V418000
Nissan recalled some 2014 Versa sedan vehicles in July of 2015 for a problem related to the car’s electrical system. The problem impacts only vehicles manufactured between July 16, 2013, and January 29, 2014.
When these vehicles are exposed to very high temperatures, this can impact the functionality of the start/stop button for the engine.
The button gets stuck in the vehicle housing. If this occurs, it can create intense road vibrations. That can lead to the engine shutting off unexpectedly while a person is driving the car. This increases the risk of an accident occurring.
The hot temperatures cause the button to stick inside the button housing, creating this risk. Nissan recalled the vehicles impacted so that owners knew of the problem. They then had dealerships modify the start/stop switch housing to eliminate this risk from occurring.
Lower Body Bolt May Be Loose or Missing
NHTSA Recall ID: 13V324000
Nissan alerted owners of a recall related to the structure of the vehicle in July of 2013.
It found that some vehicles were missing or had incorrectly torqued bolts on the lower body. The lower body bolts have an impact on the overall structural integrity of the vehicle, especially in the event that a rear impact occurs. This puts people at risk for additional injury.
To fix this problem, Nissan alerted owners, then worked with dealers to remove the damaged bolts, install new ones, and ensure proper tightening specifications were met along with the lower body sill bolts. This recall impacted just those 2014 Nissan Versa manufactured between April 23, 2013, and July 3, 2013.
Lower Trim Panel May Impede Pedal Operation
NHTSA Recall ID: 15V507000
A significantly higher risk recall was issued for the 2014 Nissan Versa in August of 2015 for a lower trim panel that can impede the function of the pedal.
In this recall, Nissan noted that the center console trim panel can sometimes catch on the driver’s shoe. If this occurs, it can delay the transition from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal by the driver. This means it would take a longer amount of time to stop the vehicle. This can cause an increased risk of an accident.
This recall was issued for only those Nissan Versas manufactured between June 9, 2011 and March 11, 2015. It also impacted the 2014 and 2015 Nissan Versa Note, manufactured between April 23, 2013 and March 11, 2015. Nissan alerted owners of the problem. They then had dealerships modify the console trim panel at no cost to eliminate the risk from this problem.
Rear Seat Latch Bolts May Fail
NHTSA Recall ID: 13V326000
Nissan issued a recall for the seats on the 2014 Versa for vehicles manufactured between April 23, 2013 and July 5, 2013.
The problem with these seats is a rear seat latch bolt that may have been made improperly. This puts the bolts at risk of snapping while they are in use. If that happens, the seats may not perform as they are supposed to in a crash, increasing the risk for occupants.
To fix this problem, Nissan notified owners and had dealers inspect and then replace the rear seat latch bolts at no cost. This repair was issued in July of 2013.
How Do You Handle an Open Recall on a 2014 Nissan Versa?
To see if your Nissan Versa has any pending recalls, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website and search for it using the VIN.
If any are present, you can call the Nissan customer service line at 1-800-NISSAN-1 to learn what to do about the recalls impacting your vehicle.
