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Buying a used 2021 Nissan Versa? Check these 3 recalls first
Three recalls apply, and two of them cover the same problem from different angles: loss of power steering assist, one rated high and one medium. The third is the cracking front turn signal bulb issue. None carried a stop-driving or park-outside instruction. NHTSA shows 31 owner complaints — unverified — with 5 crashes and 3 injuries reported and no fires. Complaints concentrate in power train, electrical system, air bags and engine, so steering feel and electrical faults deserve a close look.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm by VIN that both power steering assist recalls were performed
- On the test drive, watch for steering that suddenly turns heavy, especially at low speed
- Check that all dash warning lights clear at startup and the turn signal lenses are intact
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Nissan dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2021 Nissan Versa
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Versa and Kicks may lose power steering assist | Steering | high |
| Nissan Titan and Versa front turn signal bulbs crack | Exterior Lighting | medium |
| Nissan Versa and Kicks can lose power steering assist | Steering | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
31 complaints filed for this model year, including 5 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 3 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 | None found |
| Electrical System | 7 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 5 | None found |
| Engine | 5 | None found |
| Steering | 4 | Yes |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | Yes |