I bought a 2007 versa hatchback with 165000 miles 2 years ago and could not be happier. Runs great no problems whatsoever. Absoultely love this little car!!
My 2015 is a rust bucket. Already put $700 into it and now it needs a new exhaust system another $2k. It's the worst car I have ever owned, out of 10 cars.
@@age_of_reason sounds mistreated... And why would an exhaust system for it cost $2,000? Seems unreasonable to me, because in my shop, I wouldn't charge you that much. We fix exhaust more than replace the the whole thing.
My sister has a ‘12 Versa sedan, one minor problem in 8 and a 1/2 years of ownership and I have almost 2 years on my ‘19 with none currently. So far it’s been a pleasure in reliability. Thanks for the very informative video.
I’m surprised she’s still has it man. I read online that the ‘12 versa’s are the worst out of all of them. I just bought a 2014 with 80,000 miles on it. The transmission is fine but now I’m scared to even drive it. I think I’m gonna sell it before it’s too late
I have a 2014 as well. If you ever see your drive symbol flash and the car is driving bad it isn’t a bad transmission. It will be the rear reverse and turn signal lights going bad. Just replace them and you should be fine. This just happened to my car yesterday!
@@chrisplese9293 Hey Chris my sisters car is still doing extremely well and for reference it is a northern car and solid. I sold my Versa and have an Altima now
I have a 2019 Nissan versa ( previously.a service car at Nissan dealership) and experienced the first issue he mentioned ( rpm vs speed). Changed the gas cap and cleaned the Mass air flow sensor, problem solved. It has 112+k miles. Extended auto warranty is offered up to 150k but declined since it's pricey. Automatic oil transmission flush is recommended every 30k miles.
2014 Versa SE 1) Transmission runs high RPM and fails to shift - They settled a law suit over this, but did not recall. I was S.O.L. and had to replace the transmission 2) Electric door locks continue to fail - Had mine replace 4 times while under warranty, but now have to unlock back doors manually 3) Unusual wear on battery - 4 Batteries in 5 years
Jeez. That is not normal for that many batteries in 5 years. Were you getting the very cheap ones at autozone? You must get the more expensive versions. I get one that is $150 and it lasts over 2 years before needing replacement. We have very hot summers where i live so the batteries don't last long due to AC running while idling.
I bought a new 2012 Versa SV sedan when they first came out. I initially loved it. It was very spacious and comfortable to drive, and the fuel economy was stellar. However, the black paint started peeling in several places the first year. Nissan took care of it under warranty, thankfully. At 30k miles I took it to the dealership to have the CVT fluid change. The dealership said their computer told them the fluid was still clean and to wait to change it at 50k miles. Well, at 38k miles the CVT started slipping and making horrible squealing noise. It was only once in a while, so it was one of those situations where the dealership would've just told me they couldn't duplicate the issue. So I kept driving hoping it would totally fail before the 60k mile warranty expired. I got it to 56k miles and it was still slipping and squealing only on rare occasions, so to avoid risking having to pay $6,000 out of pocket for a new transmission on a 2yr old car, I opted to trade it in. I was very disappointed.
2016 with 130,000 miles. never once changed the cvt fluid. just started slipping at low speed/stops/starts. hoping the car can last another 5 years.......
@@chrisplese9293 I like it a lot man, have had no issues with it, the Bluetooth messed up from time to time but mechanically the car runs perfect 👍🏼 highly suggest if you’re lookinh
@@chrisplese9293 I haven’t had any transmission trouble, of course I only have near 30,000 miles on it, car runs really well and have no complaints. Especially if you can get a decent deal, I got mine for $9800 2019
@@upwindthree0784 Yes BT gave me terrible issues for a while but I guess resolved itself. It would completely shut down as if it couldn't handle it. I just got used to it shutting down and restarting for a while. It was so annoying. Glad that issue went away!
On my second Versa. My first one threw a rod at around 170k miles so junked it. This one has 115k and just had to put in a new clutch and a left rear wheel bearing. Needs a blower fan for the AC now. But all in all been a good little car.
Some of my problems: 1. I drive a manual, the clutch pedal has a very squeaky bushing, 2. The starter gets covered in oil vapors since it's so close to the oil filter that it collects dirt/dust, giving the engine a struggle to turn over due to a dirty connection on the negative 3. I thought the wheel bearing gap issue in the video was my problem but mine is more of a screen door spring squeak, maybe a strut?
I have the same one and my clutch pedal squeaks too. I'm sure a little bit of grease will help it. But the other 2 hasn't happened to me. I have a noise coming from the engine bay area when I hold the engine at 1000-2000 rpms. I had someone look at it when I first got the car and they said that it could be the alternator and that it's a common problem in the versa
I have the same problem--the strut will get stuck inside the housing and when I start driving it will pop out of the housing and make a clunk sound that sounds like metal on metal but is in fact just the strut popping out of the housing. I took it to mechanic and he said it's the shocks. They do feel a bit rough lately.
Getting the fluid in the CVT changed every 30K in these newer Nissan's is so imperative for longevity. Even when the CVT is working properly, they still feel a little wonky honestly.
Also, there is a little delay when it shifts into OD gear, it looses power if you're not giving it enough gas during that. shifts the weight of the car, Just a weird quirk.
I do have a Nissan 2015 Latio( versa), up till now auto transmission working well, honestly no major issues just normal wear and tear, however after about 177000km engine burns oil slightly, for me regular changing of fluids and maintainance is important for the life and performance of your Nissan Latio(Versa).
I have a 2016 versa note hatchback and the key is going bad, poor exceleration, poor tires and AC gone bad, sometimes the steering wheel gets locked. I do like your video
i bought a 2012 versa back in 2016 with 40 K milage. It run great till last year, when the milage was approaching 100K. One day it would not start - I had to replace the starter. Shortly after the engine light went off - had to replace sensors, all fluids and the catalytic converter. I just followed the mechanics advice at the local Meineke. Spent close to 5K last year for all those replacements. Not sure if it was worth of spending so much on a 10 years old car....
That is your problem. Get away from Meineke. They are ripoffs. Like so many of those chain repair shops. Find yourself a good independent shop. Watch him like a hawk for a while and stay with him if he treats you right. The first time he rips you off find a different shop. I would inform him that as long as he treats you right you willl stay and spread the word to bring him more business. But if he rips you off you will again spread the word.
The part you mentioned with a wad of keys hanging from the ignition switch was particularly funny and been a tech myself I can associate with the issue when the service advisor handed me the car keys with 100 more keys with it.lol.
2012 Nissan Versa Basic. It's nothing fancy but the money I saved from insurance, Gas, reliability... I Bought a home with it. People just do not think about what they have to pay insurance when you buy as an example ANY SUV over a sedan. This Versa with its savings MADE... ME... MONEY... by saving money for investments.
I got a 14 model at 130k miles and tbh it's been well kept. I can vouch for the fuel filling and maybe the clicking noise. Yes transmission is faulty too actually, it will have that speedometer stop some times but it's been a while. Hopefully my cousin didn't rip me off haha
I thought I had issues with my transmission issues. Turns out it was two lights on my rear driver side. If your vehicle is in drive and your drive sign is blink in a 2014 Nissan Versa I’m 100 percent sure that’s the issue. I drove with the light off in my vehicle as well. I had no issues until I used my left turn signal. This was while all my lights were off. For all you Nissan Versa drivers who have this issue try that first before you get ripped off by a mechanic. They’ll put in a new transmission or even just change the bulbs because they know. I will still being having my car looked at by someone I trust. However 13 bucks vs thousands of dollars? I have to give credit a RUclipsr who has a Nissan Sentra. Their cruise control light was blink and their car had the same issues as mine. Changing the light solved the issue for them as well.
Yes it was 13 bucks for the lights. I had to change the rear backup and turn signal lights. Again if you see the Drive or Reverse symbols flashing in your Versa it’s a burnt out light in the rear of your car.
I’m pretty sure I explained it with my first comment. If the rear lights go bad it will mess with the transmissions computer. It will cause the acceleration to hesitate. Making it seem like the transmission is going bad. This will be the last time I reply to you messages. You need me to explain this in a different language lmao
Could u please do a video on the CVT transmission!!! I’m a owner of a 2019 Nissan Versa & would love more info along with problems associated with this subject & possible fixes.
I bought 2015 Versa Base / No power Windw / locks = Reason was it comes w/ traditional transmission what I wanted / Not CVT which I research at the time was not reliable. - Any models above Base for that yr has the CVT Trans. So far 60,000 K & Not a problem , changing fluid soon . wanted a Manual Trans actually but Wife wins. for those looking to buy a USED Versa again mine = 2015 maybe till 2017 ? & other yrs ? & afraid of CVT Trans , The Base Model will be it - if you don't mind no P/W + P/L + No smart screen - but otherwise has A/C / CD / Airbag / ABS . BTW Great video to 1A Auto AAA+++ DIY
That's what I got. Bought a 2017 model in '18 as a leftover for $10k with 7 miles on it. All paid off, and a pleasure to drive. Simple, cheap, and reliable.
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Literally had none of these issues with my 2014. I have a 5 speed so the trans thing is obvious, but for me it was the HVAC Blower motor failure. Passemger side and lower rear motor mount failures, clock spring failure, and my HVAC controls stripping the gear on the blend door. Most of them being very annoying and time consuming to fix. Otherwise, been a great little car.
First thing he mentions is automatic transmission problems. Guess he could've said CVT problems instead but it's the same message of transmission issues.
Hey Len ,Actually I own this car in egypt model 2014 and its top common problems : Continuous fail of rear wheel bearing , radiator fan motor fail , control arm bushing wear , climate control knob fail So lets make a part 2 of versa top problem
I have a 2016 Versa, every summer I have problems with gas fumes coming into the car. Have had it checked by Nissan and other mechanics , no gas leaks were found, no check engine lights, and it only happens on a hot day in the summertime, all winter long their are no issues what so ever. Any idea what it could be?
Wow this is EXACTLY the issue I am having with my 16 Nissan Versa! This past 3 days the temp has been 108-112° and yep... gas fumes into the car. There are no leaks to be found. I'm sad you didn't get a reply...did you ever find out what is causing it?
@@blackwidow8520 Unfortunately not, it doesn't do it when I take it in for a mechanic to look at it of course. From what I found out that I think it might be the issue is there is a rubber hose with a valve that looks like a PCV valve going from the charcoal canister and pushes into the frame of the car near the gas tank. That is where the excess fumes come from and what I think is happening is the fumes are making their way into the cab of the car through that hole. A mechanic told me that it shouldn't do that, cause that's the way it's designed. So I pulled that hose out from that hole and rerouted it back under the wheel well alongside the charcoal canister without bending it, so far it seems to help keep the fumes out, but unfortunately when you get out of the car, it stinks to high heaven from fumes. I have contacted Nissan and got nowhere, at this point I am forced to sell the car or only drive it during winter, which is the only time I don't experience the fumes. Sad though, it has been a good car up until this point, this problem started for me around 65k.
There mass airflow sensors and powersteering module and lower control arms are pretty common too also the air intake housing rubber part always is torn in the back behind it if u squeeze it at.. And there cvt transmission suxxx all day.. That last one with the clicking sound was very very common
This car and intake tube will get oily and make the throttle plate sticky if the customer put too much oil in there last service.... But this vehicle has a throttle relearn after u clean it. Another common is the spark plug gaskets leaking
2018 versa note. I was driving to work and after the commute I was on the highway for about a km. Then my rpms wend down. I tried gas and 0 acceleration. Coasted to the right into the parking lot to a spot. Turned it off and it was better. Drove it multiple times in heavy snow storm that day. Driving home acceleration just stopped. Had to pull over and put hazards on. Shut off car and re start and worked fine again. 29000 kms on the car. Just bought used at 27500 km. This happend 2 times with the cannot accelerate gas doesn’t do anything just comes to a stop
I also had my car regularly looked at at Nissan. No one ever told me to get get my transmission service regularly. I didn’t find that out until the transmission started going bad.
thanks for the problems stated. how do I solve problem number 1; Automatic Transmission? Change automatic transmission fluid? Or replace the gear box? Thanks
I own a 2015, with a manual trans and regularly get 41 MPG. Biggest problem I have is an intermittant rattle in the dash. To fix I simply turn the radio volume up 😂
I like your video it was very informative thank you. I have a Nissan sedan versa 2017 last year at the end of the year my air conditioner stop cooling when I was idling and now well I noticed that I can't use my defrost because it gets hot so I don't use it. And now it's getting hot when I'm idling and I noticed the fans not going. I turn on my air conditioner to check the fan and it still didn't come on. I'll check my fuse my fuse is fine and my hoses that I can tell.... I don't know what my problem is can you help?
Nice good information.. Can you help me.. My nissan almera have problem.. When i put sped to D my engin stop.. Then i put back to P then start it normal back.. What the problem
I bought a 2017 used Versa last year for my grandson. It is smoking when starting up, and using about as much gas as oil every few days you have to put oil in it.
@@Tina52516 from 2015. So it's 8 years. Actually it has a weird smell of gas when sitting in the back. Oh and I finally paid it all. The car is sold out.
I just purchased a 2019 Nissan Versa, it rides smooth, but to turn in a curve, the front will make noise, could it be the new tires? Another question, whether I start down a hill, the car stops slow, is that normal? Should the tire traction stay on
What sort of noise? Yes it's normal for the Versa to stop slow, most cars at this price point have 4 disc brakes instead of the current 2 disc 2 drums to compensate for the lack in braking power.
I ended up have car shield replacing my transmission it was 4000 but I only paid 200. So thankfully the worst is over for my 2019 Nissan. But I’m sure other little things might come up but at least that awful transmission is out now.
@@robertnielsen6687 Why not? doesn't the oil get dirty just like automatic transmission oil? And if not? why do they sell the manual transmission oil and the fill kits? I am not trying to be a smart ass lol just looking for some good, logical answers. Thanks for the time.
@@BigKrrraig I ended up doing it myself and same with me. Everything you said about your transmission was the same with mine and even at 205.000 miles, still runs like new!
I have a 2012 nissan versa. I'm happy with it ,but it burns or leaks oil. I don't see any leaks. But I think it burns oil. I am definitely loosing a decent amount of oil . I'm going to try to use an oil additive first. Then 10w30 instead of 5w30. Maybe it will burn less.
Dont. making your oil heavier when cold (5w to 10w) will only make it not lubricated well. when you first start the car the most damaged happens becuse its not lubricated. You may try 5w40 synthetic if you know that your ingine its in its last leg.
Good information and thank you for sharing. Any reason why my 2013 Versa's driver side door will automatically lock itself especially when the car is on and idling? I've had an extra key made just in case cause it's happened to me a few times.
I think there is a TNS on a cable that goes to the transmission that typically shortcuts. Making the car unable to start from a stop unless turning the engine off and on again, restarting the electronics as well...
Am I too late to save my 2014 versa sv? I have 136k (highway miles) original transmission ,I dont think the transmission fluid ever changed. She still runs ok except on go n stop traffic. Noticed the transmission getting slight delayed or hesitation but no problem at all once constant moving. ? Also I had this car when she was 45k no check engine ever showed of ownership.
I remember renting one of these. Great leg room, front seats, ergonomics, and gas mileage. Terrible ride, hard back seats, and the fuel Guage ⛽️ not showing full while attempting to fill. Of course, the cvt affair 🙄 made me weary of the car in general.
I have 136k miles 2014 nissan versa. Original transmission fluid knock on wood! I need to service transmission asap or buy new lower mile transmission off ebay.
@@mikkey246 my car? I did the tranny fluid change last month and wow smooth as butter now, I used genuine nissan fluid. Pretty easy to do this was first change ever so I just replaced what was drained.
I have a 2015 Versa Note with a CVT. 8 years of trouble free motoring. Of course, for $239.00 every 30,000 miles the Nissan dealer changes the fluid. Small price to pay for "gas and go". Faultless.
My car has symptoms of the first thing u said about rpms goin up so that definitely means i got to replace the transmission??? Also got the codes for canister
I have a 2016 Versa, but mine recently just will turn off as soon as I put into gear? I looked it up and all signs point to something to do with the fuel?
this lady i was talking to said her 2014 Versa's CVT failed last year and she had mechanical coverage for $10 more each month with Geico and they fully reimbursed her the cost of the transmission. she also said her rates didn't go up at all. Anyone else hear of this kind of thing?
I have it;Mechanical Breakdown Insurance; haven't had to use it on 2015 Versa CVT (yet...) Geico details for any vehicle -- QUOTE: MBI is available for new or leased cars that are less than 15 months old and with less than 15,000 miles. Once you've purchased MBI, you can renew it for up to seven years or 100,000 miles
I love the way you concisely, but thoroughly, cover so much, and get to the point! Does the info in this video also apply to a 2015 Nissan Versa Note SV hatchback? Thanks!
I need one of these videos for a 1st generation Versa. Can't find it. Coil #2 or 3 will cut out. Cars runs very rough. Then when you apply some pressure to the wiring harness by the intake, it clears up. Bad wire somewhere. All connector clips are locked. I was hoping for a clue from you, before I have to cut open this whole wire harness, to hunt for it. 😵
@Henry Wood we did do that. To my surprise, the auto part store sold a pack of 4 coils in one box. Almost like they KNEW I would need all 4. It fixed the problem....until one of THOSE coils went bad. Then we had a tricky time trying to figure out how to warranty exchange one coil from a pack of 4. After that, it was fine again, and I advised the girl to sell the car. She did. Not my problem anymore. 🥵
A Nissan dealer en installed a brand new trans and the problem persists. They checked the problem isn’t the new trans, something inside the trans area. They called a Nissan technician to go further because they can’t fond the issue
2014 versa axels stuck at the transmission side I tried pribaring but they both don't want to budge,they don't look rusted at all and work perfectly fine with no cliqs witch is why I want to remove them as carefully as possible ,I don't want to also pry to hard as to notdamage the alloy of the trans mission ring or pry to much on the seal,I start all of the job with the car A/T-rans in parked and that maybe they are stuck inside because of the output shaft gears or something but I don't know ,maybe I shouldve left it on 'neutral 'after I put it on J-stands but its how it lays as is right now
Hello, I have a 2017 nissan versa and just today it kept turning off on me. My daughter was waiting in the car for me for about 30 minutes and the car was on with the ac running. The ac started to feel like it was not cooling. So I decided to drive the car down the road to see if it would make a difference. The car felt like it didn't wanna go at first but then it did and the ac cooled a bit better. Then later while stopped at a drive through, the car began to stall and turned off on me 4 times. I'd turn it on, it would turn off and the red light that said "brake" would turn on. Was able to drive home but now I'm afraid it's gonna turn off on me in traffic. Do you have any idea what this could be?
Sounds like your battery. Same thing recently happened to me after keeping the car running with ac on while sitting. Had them check the battery as it is 7 years old, and yep, needed a new one.
Hello, please, what are the reasons for this kick in the transition? I changed the oil several times, changed the neutral switch, then cleaned the valve body, and the problem is still there. Thank you
I just removed my upstream O2 sensor from my 2015 Versa Note, it was gaulded on the pipe took forever to get the sensor out, I went to put the new one in and it will not screw all the way in. I can get the sensor screwed in the hole to about 95% of the way in and it just spins after that. Any suggestions?
So are y'all still riding around in y'all cars with a bad cvt transmission like me?😭 Scared it going to cut off Im the middle of the road. It started acting funny two weeks ago at 100000 miles
Hey can you tell me how to take off the penals in order to replace the AC Temperature Control unit. The hot and cold knob in my car isn’t working!!!! It’s getting cold and I need to fix it but I’m on a budget
Have a problem with my 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV , I recently had the transmission replaced (thank God for the warranty ) but I still hear some sound when I lightly accelerate, I sent it to the dealership 4x they just fix something they said that's causing it and charging me but after a week or so it's back again , I got it checked in Firestone and they can't find what's wrong with it.. any ideas ?
I bought a 2007 versa hatchback with 165000 miles 2 years ago and could not be happier. Runs great no problems whatsoever. Absoultely love this little car!!
You lucky dawg!!!
I think that year has the hub/bearing assembly which is much easier to replace and you don't have to press out/in any bearings.
My 2015 is a rust bucket. Already put $700 into it and now it needs a new exhaust system another $2k. It's the worst car I have ever owned, out of 10 cars.
@@age_of_reason sounds mistreated... And why would an exhaust system for it cost $2,000? Seems unreasonable to me, because in my shop, I wouldn't charge you that much. We fix exhaust more than replace the the whole thing.
Completely different car. Before the Renault merger and no CVT.
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@Igor Y how many times have you replaced the cvt oil?
@Igor Y you better sell the car before it fails.
@@gianfrancoa these cars also have 4-speeds...
@@Ty-vq1jy and 5 speed manuals also.
My sister has a ‘12 Versa sedan, one minor problem in 8 and a 1/2 years of ownership and I have almost 2 years on my ‘19 with none currently. So far it’s been a pleasure in reliability. Thanks for the very informative video.
I’m surprised she’s still has it man. I read online that the ‘12 versa’s are the worst out of all of them. I just bought a 2014 with 80,000 miles on it. The transmission is fine but now I’m scared to even drive it. I think I’m gonna sell it before it’s too late
I have a 2014 as well. If you ever see your drive symbol flash and the car is driving bad it isn’t a bad transmission. It will be the rear reverse and turn signal lights going bad. Just replace them and you should be fine. This just happened to my car yesterday!
@@chrisplese9293 Hey Chris my sisters car is still doing extremely well and for reference it is a northern car and solid. I sold my Versa and have an Altima now
I bought a brand new Versa in 2021 in Brazil, the car came with this noise in the axle, I am worried
Glad I own one with a manual transmission.
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I have a 2019 Nissan versa ( previously.a service car at Nissan dealership) and experienced the first issue he mentioned ( rpm vs speed). Changed the gas cap and cleaned the Mass air flow sensor, problem solved. It has 112+k miles. Extended auto warranty is offered up to 150k but declined since it's pricey. Automatic oil transmission flush is recommended every 30k miles.
You're doing it right. Every 30K because the CVT requires it.
2014 Versa SE
1) Transmission runs high RPM and fails to shift - They settled a law suit over this, but did not recall. I was S.O.L. and had to replace the transmission
2) Electric door locks continue to fail - Had mine replace 4 times while under warranty, but now have to unlock back doors manually
3) Unusual wear on battery - 4 Batteries in 5 years
Jeez. That is not normal for that many batteries in 5 years. Were you getting the very cheap ones at autozone? You must get the more expensive versions. I get one that is $150 and it lasts over 2 years before needing replacement. We have very hot summers where i live so the batteries don't last long due to AC running while idling.
I bought a new 2012 Versa SV sedan when they first came out. I initially loved it. It was very spacious and comfortable to drive, and the fuel economy was stellar. However, the black paint started peeling in several places the first year. Nissan took care of it under warranty, thankfully. At 30k miles I took it to the dealership to have the CVT fluid change. The dealership said their computer told them the fluid was still clean and to wait to change it at 50k miles. Well, at 38k miles the CVT started slipping and making horrible squealing noise. It was only once in a while, so it was one of those situations where the dealership would've just told me they couldn't duplicate the issue. So I kept driving hoping it would totally fail before the 60k mile warranty expired. I got it to 56k miles and it was still slipping and squealing only on rare occasions, so to avoid risking having to pay $6,000 out of pocket for a new transmission on a 2yr old car, I opted to trade it in. I was very disappointed.
2016 with 130,000 miles. never once changed the cvt fluid. just started slipping at low speed/stops/starts. hoping the car can last another 5 years.......
Got my 2019 versa last year, not the best looking car but it runs really well so far and I like it a lot.
@@chrisplese9293 I like it a lot man, have had no issues with it, the Bluetooth messed up from time to time but mechanically the car runs perfect 👍🏼 highly suggest if you’re lookinh
@@chrisplese9293 I haven’t had any transmission trouble, of course I only have near 30,000 miles on it, car runs really well and have no complaints. Especially if you can get a decent deal, I got mine for $9800 2019
It's been a year
@@upwindthree0784 Yes BT gave me terrible issues for a while but I guess resolved itself. It would completely shut down as if it couldn't handle it. I just got used to it shutting down and restarting for a while. It was so annoying. Glad that issue went away!
@@kellyparkinson8594 yup I’m still having it but it’s kinda just something I’m used to now and don’t even notice it
so helpful! I' had several of these problems. Nice to know it is the vehicle and not abnormal. '17 Versa with 115K miles. Still going strong!
Hi. Do you recommend to buy one?
On my second Versa. My first one threw a rod at around 170k miles so junked it. This one has 115k and just had to put in a new clutch and a left rear wheel bearing. Needs a blower fan for the AC now. But all in all been a good little car.
Some of my problems:
1. I drive a manual, the clutch pedal has a very squeaky bushing,
2. The starter gets covered in oil vapors since it's so close to the oil filter that it collects dirt/dust, giving the engine a struggle to turn over due to a dirty connection on the negative
3. I thought the wheel bearing gap issue in the video was my problem but mine is more of a screen door spring squeak, maybe a strut?
I have the same one and my clutch pedal squeaks too. I'm sure a little bit of grease will help it. But the other 2 hasn't happened to me. I have a noise coming from the engine bay area when I hold the engine at 1000-2000 rpms. I had someone look at it when I first got the car and they said that it could be the alternator and that it's a common problem in the versa
I have a manual one as well, only real issue I’ve had is the mass air flow sensor which has been since changed
@@dimitrissotos6079 nice
I have the same problem--the strut will get stuck inside the housing and when I start driving it will pop out of the housing and make a clunk sound that sounds like metal on metal but is in fact just the strut popping out of the housing. I took it to mechanic and he said it's the shocks. They do feel a bit rough lately.
My 2014 versa transmission died at 100,888. After replacing transmission, it runs great!
How much did that cost?
@@crand20033 $4700 incl tax at AAA. Others quoted $5000-$6700.
Jeez. i thought the Nissan CVT lawsuit had them extend the warranty to cover the transmission till 120k miles? you could have gotten one for free.
I had a test drive for a Nissan Versa 2014 SL today and it was presenting the check engine light problem 😂😂😂. This guy must be a genius
The CVT in these can be reliable it just requires proper maintenance. It can’t handle neglect as much as a standard torque converter automatic.
Exactly. I change my fluid regularly and I have 96,000 miles on mine and I do mostly city driving and I have no issues with the trans.
How often should we change our transmission fluid? My 2016 versa has 67k miles and I replaced the fluid around maybe between 58-62k miles on it.
@@tcc2 yea you went way too long so i would start changing it every 10-20k now
@@lotsysjr6607 I thought it was every 30K according to the cars manual.
That's what i did on my old Nissan Altima. Seems to have kept it working
Getting the fluid in the CVT changed every 30K in these newer Nissan's is so imperative for longevity. Even when the CVT is working properly, they still feel a little wonky honestly.
Also, there is a little delay when it shifts into OD gear, it looses power if you're not giving it enough gas during that. shifts the weight of the car, Just a weird quirk.
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I own a 21 chevy spark which has the same cvt as the versa and sentry. Would changeing the fluid every 20k miles help.
I was thinking this too,
My car Manuel says change it at 50k miles though. Should I change it early.
@@mikkey246 Change it as often as you want. Just don't ever get it flushed. That will fuck it up.
I do have a Nissan 2015 Latio( versa), up till now auto transmission working well, honestly no major issues just normal wear and tear, however after about 177000km engine burns oil slightly, for me regular changing of fluids and maintainance is important for the life and performance of your Nissan Latio(Versa).
I have a 2016 versa note hatchback and the key is going bad, poor exceleration, poor tires and AC gone bad, sometimes the steering wheel gets locked. I do like your video
Yes I have Transmission and ignition problems as well as an a/c leak
i bought a 2012 versa back in 2016 with 40 K milage. It run great till last year, when the milage was approaching 100K. One day it would not start - I had to replace the starter. Shortly after the engine light went off - had to replace sensors, all fluids and the catalytic converter. I just followed the mechanics advice at the local Meineke. Spent close to 5K last year for all those replacements. Not sure if it was worth of spending so much on a 10 years old car....
That is your problem. Get away from Meineke. They are ripoffs. Like so many of those chain repair shops. Find yourself a good independent shop. Watch him like a hawk for a while and stay with him if he treats you right. The first time he rips you off find a different shop. I would inform him that as long as he treats you right you willl stay and spread the word to bring him more business. But if he rips you off you will again spread the word.
@@scrambler69-xk3kvyes, i left meineke, very disappointed with their service
The part you mentioned with a wad of keys hanging from the ignition switch was particularly funny and been a tech myself I can associate with the issue when the service advisor handed me the car keys with 100 more keys with it.lol.
Yup. Happened to me once. Couldn't start the car but could turn on my interior dash lights. lol
I just bought a 2015 with manual transmission and everything. 95K miles. Runs like a top!
My 2015 manual has 247K miles and still going. Did ware out the catalytic converter though. That was the first major repair but still under a grand.
2012 Nissan Versa Basic. It's nothing fancy but the money I saved from insurance, Gas, reliability... I Bought a home with it. People just do not think about what they have to pay insurance when you buy as an example ANY SUV over a sedan. This Versa with its savings MADE... ME... MONEY... by saving money for investments.
I got a 14 model at 130k miles and tbh it's been well kept. I can vouch for the fuel filling and maybe the clicking noise. Yes transmission is faulty too actually, it will have that speedometer stop some times but it's been a while. Hopefully my cousin didn't rip me off haha
I thought I had issues with my transmission issues. Turns out it was two lights on my rear driver side. If your vehicle is in drive and your drive sign is blink in a 2014 Nissan Versa I’m 100 percent sure that’s the issue. I drove with the light off in my vehicle as well. I had no issues until I used my left turn signal. This was while all my lights were off. For all you Nissan Versa drivers who have this issue try that first before you get ripped off by a mechanic. They’ll put in a new transmission or even just change the bulbs because they know. I will still being having my car looked at by someone I trust. However 13 bucks vs thousands of dollars? I have to give credit a RUclipsr who has a Nissan Sentra. Their cruise control light was blink and their car had the same issues as mine. Changing the light solved the issue for them as well.
how can i get more info
$13 bucks what you mean. did you change the lights and what lights the rear?
Yes it was 13 bucks for the lights. I had to change the rear backup and turn signal lights. Again if you see the Drive or Reverse symbols flashing in your Versa it’s a burnt out light in the rear of your car.
But what does that have to do with how the car drive tho
I’m pretty sure I explained it with my first comment. If the rear lights go bad it will mess with the transmissions computer. It will cause the acceleration to hesitate. Making it seem like the transmission is going bad. This will be the last time I reply to you messages. You need me to explain this in a different language lmao
Could u please do a video on the CVT transmission!!! I’m a owner of a 2019 Nissan Versa & would love more info along with problems associated with this subject & possible fixes.
RIP.. Horrible transmission, I think there is a recall.. My friend is a Nissan mechanic and says he replaced many before 40k 😳
Have to replace filter every 30k miles too…………..
I think I will buy one completely stripped down with a manual for gas mileage.
This is a true specialist in his field! Likewise, subscribe unequivocally. I have a Versa like this, I'm still just figuring it out.😀
"RENAULT" is the number one problem for this and all Nissan products.
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I have an almera 2019 thats the asian versa. This really made me learn alot. Thank you for sharing.
the almera doesn't have a CVT though
@@weldon29Is it better? I just purchased and Almera from asia.
I bought 2015 Versa Base / No power Windw / locks = Reason was it comes w/ traditional transmission what I wanted / Not CVT which I research at the time was not reliable. - Any models above Base for that yr has the CVT Trans.
So far 60,000 K & Not a problem , changing fluid soon . wanted a Manual Trans actually but Wife wins.
for those looking to buy a USED Versa again mine = 2015 maybe till 2017 ? & other yrs ? & afraid of CVT Trans , The Base Model will be it - if you don't mind no P/W + P/L + No smart screen - but otherwise has A/C / CD / Airbag / ABS . BTW Great video to 1A Auto AAA+++ DIY
Your 100% correct, the base model is the most reliable an cheapest, to me that's a win, win........
That's what I got. Bought a 2017 model in '18 as a leftover for $10k with 7 miles on it. All paid off, and a pleasure to drive. Simple, cheap, and reliable.
Thank You i will pass on buying one..
Too many are saying they had their transmission replaced
These are all great and informative videos, keep them coming. Great job.
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My car just started doing problem #2 this week, thanks for the tip
How many miles? And what year
@@Jayjack681 you just got the guy paranoid that is losing his transmission
Literally had none of these issues with my 2014. I have a 5 speed so the trans thing is obvious, but for me it was the HVAC Blower motor failure. Passemger side and lower rear motor mount failures, clock spring failure, and my HVAC controls stripping the gear on the blend door. Most of them being very annoying and time consuming to fix. Otherwise, been a great little car.
Interesting that no CVT problems mentioned
+Webster Kollie Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.
I think that's what he was referring to when he said transmission problems.
That’s the main problem with Nissan
First thing he mentions is automatic transmission problems. Guess he could've said CVT problems instead but it's the same message of transmission issues.
I know versa transmission sucks.thay why I bought manual transmission 🤣
The axle nut for my 2017 Versa is supposed to be 177 ft/lbs. This is straight from Nissan. It maybe different for other year Versa's.
Saved me so much money! Phenomenal diagnosis.
Hey Len ,Actually I own this car in egypt model 2014 and its top common problems : Continuous fail of rear wheel bearing , radiator fan motor fail , control arm bushing wear , climate control knob fail So lets make a part 2 of versa top problem
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OMG so I’m not crazy . I replaced ball joints and control arm four times in 3 years
I'm 13 and learning how to drive and I've found out there is a sport mode on the gear shifter (all I can say was that one tap on gas = 20 MPH)
I have a 2016 Versa, every summer I have problems with gas fumes coming into the car. Have had it checked by Nissan and other mechanics , no gas leaks were found, no check engine lights, and it only happens on a hot day in the summertime, all winter long their are no issues what so ever. Any idea what it could be?
Wow this is EXACTLY the issue I am having with my 16 Nissan Versa! This past 3 days the temp has been 108-112° and yep... gas fumes into the car. There are no leaks to be found. I'm sad you didn't get a reply...did you ever find out what is causing it?
@@blackwidow8520 Unfortunately not, it doesn't do it when I take it in for a mechanic to look at it of course. From what I found out that I think it might be the issue is there is a rubber hose with a valve that looks like a PCV valve going from the charcoal canister and pushes into the frame of the car near the gas tank. That is where the excess fumes come from and what I think is happening is the fumes are making their way into the cab of the car through that hole. A mechanic told me that it shouldn't do that, cause that's the way it's designed. So I pulled that hose out from that hole and rerouted it back under the wheel well alongside the charcoal canister without bending it, so far it seems to help keep the fumes out, but unfortunately when you get out of the car, it stinks to high heaven from fumes. I have contacted Nissan and got nowhere, at this point I am forced to sell the car or only drive it during winter, which is the only time I don't experience the fumes. Sad though, it has been a good car up until this point, this problem started for me around 65k.
There mass airflow sensors and powersteering module and lower control arms are pretty common too also the air intake housing rubber part always is torn in the back behind it if u squeeze it at.. And there cvt transmission suxxx all day.. That last one with the clicking sound was very very common
This car and intake tube will get oily and make the throttle plate sticky if the customer put too much oil in there last service.... But this vehicle has a throttle relearn after u clean it. Another common is the spark plug gaskets leaking
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My versa is having so many problem (2012) it’s really annoying and I’m tired of throwing money at it!
should've bought a manual transmission Versa like I did
2018 versa note. I was driving to work and after the commute I was on the highway for about a km. Then my rpms wend down. I tried gas and 0 acceleration. Coasted to the right into the parking lot to a spot. Turned it off and it was better. Drove it multiple times in heavy snow storm that day. Driving home acceleration just stopped. Had to pull over and put hazards on. Shut off car and re start and worked fine again. 29000 kms on the car. Just bought used at 27500 km. This happend 2 times with the cannot accelerate gas doesn’t do anything just comes to a stop
I also had my car regularly looked at at Nissan. No one ever told me to get get my transmission service regularly. I didn’t find that out until the transmission started going bad.
thanks for the problems stated. how do I solve problem number 1; Automatic Transmission? Change automatic transmission fluid? Or replace the gear box? Thanks
I own a 2015, with a manual trans and regularly get 41 MPG. Biggest problem I have is an intermittant rattle in the dash. To fix I simply turn the radio volume up 😂
I like your video it was very informative thank you. I have a Nissan sedan versa 2017 last year at the end of the year my air conditioner stop cooling when I was idling and now well I noticed that I can't use my defrost because it gets hot so I don't use it. And now it's getting hot when I'm idling and I noticed the fans not going. I turn on my air conditioner to check the fan and it still didn't come on. I'll check my fuse my fuse is fine and my hoses that I can tell.... I don't know what my problem is can you help?
I had the same issue. Change the cabin air filter?
Do you still own the car?
Nice good information.. Can you help me.. My nissan almera have problem.. When i put sped to D my engin stop.. Then i put back to P then start it normal back.. What the problem
Like mine versa
I bought a 2017 used Versa last year for my grandson. It is smoking when starting up, and using about as much gas as oil every few days you have to put oil in it.
Hey everyone,
No more games let's do the 8th gen civic! Let's GO GET IT!
+Ziggy Herbacek Thanks for the feedback!
Excellent explanation, it was just what I was looking for regarding the transmission problem. Thank you very much.
I only need one more year to complete my car's payment. But still my Nissan Versa has acceleration problems. It wont go beyond 55mph.
Same smh 🤦🏻♀️
@@heladiatoledo7292 what year do you have
What year do you have
@@Tina52516 from 2015. So it's 8 years. Actually it has a weird smell of gas when sitting in the back. Oh and I finally paid it all. The car is sold out.
@@pu-m3451 thank you. I just got a 2017 are you still having issues with the acceleration?
I just purchased a 2019 Nissan Versa, it rides smooth, but to turn in a curve, the front will make noise, could it be the new tires? Another question, whether I start down a hill, the car stops slow, is that normal? Should the tire traction stay on
What sort of noise? Yes it's normal for the Versa to stop slow, most cars at this price point have 4 disc brakes instead of the current 2 disc 2 drums to compensate for the lack in braking power.
Can we talk about how FINE this little pocket man is....
I ended up have car shield replacing my transmission it was 4000 but I only paid 200. So thankfully the worst is over for my 2019 Nissan. But I’m sure other little things might come up but at least that awful transmission is out now.
I was wondering if you could do a how to vid, on a 2016 Nissan Versa S (Manual 5 Speed) Transmission Oil replacement! Thanks.
No need to change oil on a manual tranny
@@robertnielsen6687 Why not? doesn't the oil get dirty just like automatic transmission oil? And if not? why do they sell the manual transmission oil and the fill kits? I am not trying to be a smart ass lol just looking for some good, logical answers. Thanks for the time.
I changed mine around 110k. Oil wasn't even dirty, new gear oil looked the same as the old gear oil. No metal shavings were found
@@BigKrrraig I ended up doing it myself and same with me. Everything you said about your transmission was the same with mine and even at 205.000 miles, still runs like new!
Before the video starts I’ll just start with your top 2 issues.. It’s a Nissan and 2 the CVT
+DJ Nee Thanks for the feedback!
Ditto
2014-2017 Nissan Versa Note front axle nut torque spec: 183 ft lbs.
I have a 2012 nissan versa. I'm happy with it ,but it burns or leaks oil. I don't see any leaks. But I think it burns oil. I am definitely loosing a decent amount of oil . I'm going to try to use an oil additive first. Then 10w30 instead of 5w30. Maybe it will burn less.
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Dont. making your oil heavier when cold (5w to 10w) will only make it not lubricated well. when you first start the car the most damaged happens becuse its not lubricated. You may try 5w40 synthetic if you know that your ingine its in its last leg.
Good information and thank you for sharing. Any reason why my 2013 Versa's driver side door will automatically lock itself especially when the car is on and idling? I've had an extra key made just in case cause it's happened to me a few times.
Does that axle click affect when letting the cluch out
My car has the first issue that you were speaking about what should I do? What do I need?
I own one with a manual transmission... Never had a problem with anything... the CVT ones sound like they are a hell to own. Desu
mine's at 40k we will see. desu
@@NewWesternFront kawaii
Still going well?
@@NewWesternFront How is your car doing?
@@ericjones363 i totaled it about a year ago. Was working fine up to that point though
I think there is a TNS on a cable that goes to the transmission that typically shortcuts. Making the car unable to start from a stop unless turning the engine off and on again, restarting the electronics as well...
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Am I too late to save my 2014 versa sv? I have 136k (highway miles) original transmission ,I dont think the transmission fluid ever changed. She still runs ok except on go n stop traffic. Noticed the transmission getting slight delayed or hesitation but no problem at all once constant moving. ? Also I had this car when she was 45k no check engine ever showed of ownership.
Jeez. Get the transmission flushed and fluid changed asap.
Is there a recall for any of these symptoms
Yes there is, you can look them up with your vin number. There is one for the ignition switch, and I think also for the transmission
I remember renting one of these. Great leg room, front seats, ergonomics, and gas mileage. Terrible ride, hard back seats, and the fuel Guage ⛽️ not showing full while attempting to fill. Of course, the cvt affair 🙄 made me weary of the car in general.
1. CVT
2. CVT
3. CVT
4. CVT
5. CVT
(Proud owner of a 58k mile 2015 Versa SV with the transmission going out)
I have 136k miles 2014 nissan versa. Original transmission fluid knock on wood! I need to service transmission asap or buy new lower mile transmission off ebay.
Is it still alive?
@@mikkey246 my car? I did the tranny fluid change last month and wow smooth as butter now, I used genuine nissan fluid. Pretty easy to do this was first change ever so I just replaced what was drained.
Mine went out at 80,000
I have a 2015 Versa Note with a CVT. 8 years of trouble free motoring. Of course, for $239.00 every 30,000 miles the Nissan dealer changes the fluid. Small price to pay for "gas and go". Faultless.
I have had at least all those problems on the two nissan versa I had
My car has symptoms of the first thing u said about rpms goin up so that definitely means i got to replace the transmission??? Also got the codes for canister
Good luck, replacing it is fucking expensive
I related to the slow starting
I worked for Nissan, owned the 2012 versa with a CVT and I'll never own another.
Yes, the main problem is that it’s too stylish with tinted windows and is a cheap car that gets cheap upgrades😎 just so many problems 😎💰
Great videos. 2007 versa sv 2 codes P0456
C1109 one is an o ring but no idea where is at, thinking with charcoal canister
You think u slick ,you don't wanna say replace the TFPS,well played my guy ,well played,16 year self taught mechanic here.
I have a 2016 Versa, but mine recently just will turn off as soon as I put into gear? I looked it up and all signs point to something to do with the fuel?
Hi dear
Please tell me
how many liter for cvt. Nissan Versa 2013
4 or 5 liter type NS3
Is anyone else having issues with a weak AC in this vehicle? 2017 VERSA
Yes, especially while the car’s parked.
this lady i was talking to said her 2014 Versa's CVT failed last year and she had mechanical coverage for $10 more each month with Geico and they fully reimbursed her the cost of the transmission. she also said her rates didn't go up at all. Anyone else hear of this kind of thing?
It's true I did it....
I have it;Mechanical Breakdown Insurance; haven't had to use it on 2015 Versa CVT (yet...) Geico details for any vehicle -- QUOTE: MBI is available for new or leased cars that are less than 15 months old and with less than 15,000 miles. Once you've purchased MBI, you can renew it for up to seven years or 100,000 miles
Yes I had this insurance the first time mine my transmission got replaced it was a life saver.
What bout noise coming from the rear driver side window when your goin 80 above on the freeway it sounds like wind like a bad seal
I love the way you concisely, but thoroughly, cover so much, and get to the point!
Does the info in this video also apply to a 2015 Nissan Versa Note SV hatchback?
Thanks!
Interested and i need a help i got Nissan Tiida does not want to leaf
I need one of these videos for a 1st generation Versa. Can't find it. Coil #2 or 3 will cut out. Cars runs very rough. Then when you apply some pressure to the wiring harness by the intake, it clears up. Bad wire somewhere. All connector clips are locked. I was hoping for a clue from you, before I have to cut open this whole wire harness, to hunt for it. 😵
Sounds like the coils are going out. Don't just replace those 2, replace all of them.
@Henry Wood we did do that. To my surprise, the auto part store sold a pack of 4 coils in one box. Almost like they KNEW I would need all 4. It fixed the problem....until one of THOSE coils went bad. Then we had a tricky time trying to figure out how to warranty exchange one coil from a pack of 4. After that, it was fine again, and I advised the girl to sell the car. She did. Not my problem anymore. 🥵
3 cylinder option would make it a perfect versa along with manual transmission option
A Nissan dealer en installed a brand new trans and the problem persists. They checked the problem isn’t the new trans, something inside the trans area. They called a Nissan technician to go further because they can’t fond the issue
2014 versa axels stuck at the transmission side I tried pribaring but they both don't want to budge,they don't look rusted at all and work perfectly fine with no cliqs witch is why I want to remove them as carefully as possible ,I don't want to also pry to hard as to notdamage the alloy of the trans mission ring or pry to much on the seal,I start all of the job with the car A/T-rans in parked and that maybe they are stuck inside because of the output shaft gears or something but I don't know ,maybe I shouldve left it on 'neutral 'after I put it on J-stands but its how it lays as is right now
Hi, I have the 1st problem, Do i need to change the transmission or any minor changes to the transmission will work?
Hello, I have a 2017 nissan versa and just today it kept turning off on me. My daughter was waiting in the car for me for about 30 minutes and the car was on with the ac running. The ac started to feel like it was not cooling. So I decided to drive the car down the road to see if it would make a difference. The car felt like it didn't wanna go at first but then it did and the ac cooled a bit better. Then later while stopped at a drive through, the car began to stall and turned off on me 4 times. I'd turn it on, it would turn off and the red light that said "brake" would turn on. Was able to drive home but now I'm afraid it's gonna turn off on me in traffic. Do you have any idea what this could be?
Sounds like your battery. Same thing recently happened to me after keeping the car running with ac on while sitting. Had them check the battery as it is 7 years old, and yep, needed a new one.
My ac just had a blower replaced and it seemed to be working ok but then about a month later the ac quit $700.00 later now $1400.00 to repair again
Hello, please, what are the reasons for this kick in the transition? I changed the oil several times, changed the neutral switch, then cleaned the valve body, and the problem is still there. Thank you
Thanks😄
I just removed my upstream O2 sensor from my 2015 Versa Note, it was gaulded on the pipe took forever to get the sensor out, I went to put the new one in and it will not screw all the way in. I can get the sensor screwed in the hole to about 95% of the way in and it just spins after that. Any suggestions?
Thanks
So are y'all still riding around in y'all cars with a bad cvt transmission like me?😭 Scared it going to cut off Im the middle of the road. It started acting funny two weeks ago at 100000 miles
Do you have a solution for the first problem that you addressed, slow acceleration? Could that be cam position sensor?
Did you ever find your answer on that? Thats my issue and in stalls on hilly streets.
@@tinakellogg938 No
Hey can you tell me how to take off the penals in order to replace the AC Temperature Control unit. The hot and cold knob in my car isn’t working!!!! It’s getting cold and I need to fix it but I’m on a budget
Have a problem with my 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV , I recently had the transmission replaced (thank God for the warranty ) but I still hear some sound when I lightly accelerate, I sent it to the dealership 4x they just fix something they said that's causing it and charging me but after a week or so it's back again , I got it checked in Firestone and they can't find what's wrong with it.. any ideas ?