2015 Nissan Versa note problems
The Nissan Note (Japanese: 日産・ノート, Hepburn: Nissan Nōto) is a supermini/subcompact hatchback or a mini MPV manufactured and marketed globally by Nissan. Introduced in 2004, the first-generation Note was primarily marketed in Japan and Europe, and was produced in Japan and the United Kingdom. The second-generation model was sold in other regions, including North America where it was manufactured in Mexico and marketed as the Versa Note, and Thailand, where it serves as one of the B-segment hatchback offered by the brand alongside the smaller March/Micra under the Eco Car tax scheme.
In 2017, the second-generation Note was replaced by the French-built K14 Micra for the European market. The Versa Note was discontinued in North America in 2019 due to the decreasing demand for subcompact hatchbacks in the region. It continued to be produced and sold in Japan up to the introduction of the third-generation Note in late 2020.
The Note was introduced with a series hybrid drivetrain in late 2016 as the Note e-Power. Due to its popularity and the push of electrification, the third-generation Note is only available with the e-Power drivetrain, which consumes 29.5km/l (69m/USg).
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Common 2015 Nissan Versa note problems
The 2015 Nissan Versa Note has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to its transmission, anti-lock brake system, and suspension.
Transmission failures are a widespread problem reported by owners at around 50,000 miles.
Anti-lock brake system issues are another complaint in the first 40,000 miles. Owners report the brakes feel jerky, leading to them locking up. The problem is caused by an issue with the ABS system, which costs around $2,300 to change out if it does fail.
A loose suspension, leading to an unstable driving experience, shows up on some Versa models at around 20,000 miles. The shocks and struts both become loose while driving on rough roads. When they become loose, the Versa feels like it’s wandering or floating down the road. Changing out the suspension components costs around $1,800.
There is only one minor recall on the 2015 Nissan Versa for a lower trim panel, which can block the brake pedal. Nissan will modify the panel on affected models so it doesn’t get in the way.
In terms of reliability, a well-maintained 2015 Nissan Versa may last around 150,000 miles before it becomes too expensive to repair. However, this is only half as long as top-rated competitors like the Toyota Corolla. Regular annual maintenance costs are slightly higher than average, according to data from Repair Pal, at $476 per year.
Some owners have reported issues with the door lock mechanism, which seems to get stuck. There also seem to be blind spots that make it difficult when trying to pass. Despite these issues, many owners have reported having no problems with their 2015 Nissan Versa Note, indicating that the vehicle can be reliable if well-maintained and driven carefully.
Does the 2015 Nissan Versa Note have transmission problems?
Common problems found on the 2015 Nissan Versa include transmission failures, anti-lock brake system issues, as well as a loose suspension. Overall, these problems are more severe than other compact cars, which leads to higher repair costs as well as the Versa ages.
Is a 2015 Nissan Versa a reliable car?
How Reliable Is the 2015 Nissan Versa? The 2015 Nissan Versa has an above-average reliability rating of four out of five from J.D. Power.
How many miles does a 2015 Nissan Versa Note last?
On average, you can expect a well-cared-for Nissan Versa Note to last for approximately 200,000 miles. The national average is around 15,000 miles per year, and getjerry.com indicates that the Nissan Versa is a fairly reliable vehicle.
Are Nissan Versa Note good cars?
In the end, the Nissan Versa Note is a fairly reliable vehicle that can provide you with a lot of versatility in your day-to-day driving. Just be sure to purchase a used Nissan Versa Note from one of the better years, not from its earlier manufacturing lifespan.
2015 Nissan Versa note car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Versa note problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine problems
- Air bags problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2015 Nissan Versa note vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2015 Nissan Versa note
The NHTSA has received 244 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2015 Nissan Versa note. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2015 Nissan Versa note vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-16
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP4FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Only have 81000 miles on my versa took to shop and did diagnose on it said I need a new transmission I don’t even drive that much and quoted $8000 to replace it I called a transmission shop and they told me those cars are known to have bad transmission Nissan needs to step up and admit the transmission or faulty
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-01
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP7FL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I have had two major instances where the Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF) has caused my vehicle to lose total power. The first incident occurred around midnight one night as I was heading home. I was unable to accelerate from a stop sign and had to put the car in neutral and coast in reverse to be able to get my vehicle out of the road and along the curb. The vehicle would not start on its own. I had to have the vehicle towed and taken to a mechanic where repairs were completed. WIthin two months of these repairs, I notice the problem seems to be returning. Three times I notice the car not accelerating correctly and one instance where I tried to press the gas pedal and had no response from the car to it. Ultimately these issue led to my coming home one night around 2am and the car simply would not accelerate at all. I had to pull over and again call a tow truck. My mechanic tells me the the MAF sensor is faulty, but the company handling the extended warranty wants to see the car orior to repairs being done. However, that means I am stuck waiting almost a week before repairs can even begin. Its very nerve racking having this issue on your vehicle. Its an intermittent problem that seems to creep up whenever it feels like it, I have to drive my car for work and I often keep late hours. I dont like the idea of breaking down at night in an area I am not familiar with Having thid problem affects not only my and others safety but my overall well being and financial stability
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-20
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP8FL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: When driving the electric power steering began to malfunction in short periods of driving, making it very hard to drive safely. Until a few weeks later the whole unit stopped working and the power steering light came on. This made it hard to steer in high and low speeds. This put my car and others at risk in lane changing and during turns because of the seizing steering. Imagine if a person jumps out in front of the car and the brakes weren’t a viable option, I would not be able to swerve out of the way. Or run off the road. Our auto mechanic recommended we report it to NHTSA because the car can lose control due to the steering seizing. The mechanic said the car is not old enough for it to be failing and should be recalled due to safety. Research on the internet shows these cars with low miles are all having the same issue.
POWER TRAIN,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-01
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP9FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to the dealer, where the fuel pump assembly, the lower control arm, and the electronic parking switch were replaced. Additionally, the contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that cylinder #1 had misfired, and the dealer determined that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to a transmission specialist, where the catalytic converter was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the catalytic converter was replaced for a second time. Additionally, the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to shift to first gear. The vehicle was towed to another dealer, Classic Nissan Newport News (12925 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23608), where the transmission assembly, the ignition coil, and spark plug #1 were replaced. The contact stated while driving after the repair, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while her grandson was occupying the rear passenger's side seat, the seat belt locked and failed to unbuckle. The contact stated that her daughter cut the seat belt and released her grandson. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-17
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP1FL
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle after a rainstorm, the contact became aware that the vehicle was flooded on the passenger side from water that had poured in the vehicle upon opening the door. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the cowl panel drain was clogged. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred two more times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,000.
STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-01
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP1FL
- Components: STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: While I’m driving the car it starts swaying or jerking to the right sometimes to the left. Mostly when I press the gas to go faster. It’s very scary and I’m afraid it will run me in a ditch or into another vehicle.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-01
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP5FL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: When you press on the accelerator and gain speed the car abruptly jerks to the right. I believe it’s caused by a defect of the traction control system.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-15
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP6FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The CVT transmission has only 80k miles and is changing gears for no reason up and down at all speeds and won’t drive safely. Rpm’s increase and randomly gear kicks in and hits very hard and then stops working.
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-01
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP7FL
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: The vehicle engine stalled while driving in motion at approximately 65 miles per hour, and occasionally would stall without warning while waiting at a traffic light stop. The vehicle occasionally would not allow for the key to turn its ignition and would remain locked unpredictably and would require extended amounts of time to lock/unlock via security key fob repeatedly to allow for the key to turn the ignition.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-04
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP1FL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Transmission locked up and almost got me hit my 2015 Versa note only has 67000 miles on it I’ve only had it 4 months and it’s not covered by warranty and even though I’m glad my kids were not in the car I’m not happy with the fact that the transmission issue is known but still being sold if I knew this was a possibility I would not have bought it
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-26
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP4FL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: the power steering system in my Nissan Versa has put me at risk it must be repaired because it is part of the recall car affected
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-16
- VIN: 3N1CE2CPXFL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: These cars have known issues with the CVT transmissions. Our car has 42k miles and is in need of a complete transmission replacement that Nissan refuses to cover. Our son was put in a dangerous situation driving in the way when the car began sputtering and losing power.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-09
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP3FL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: After I bought my 2015 Nissan Versa with VIN: [XXX[ in April 2019, the water gained entry inside the car due to heavy rain a month later. The incident has continued to occur; Unfortunately, I had kept blaming it on the height between the parking ground and the car floorboard. The design flaws on the Versa allow water to collect below the windshield. When the collected water doesn't drain, so it flows into the car on the front passenger side floor below the compartment gloves area. It causes visibility problems during rainy and winter seasons since the inside car is not completely sealed causing insulation issues. I had to buy different products to address the visibility problems. My car got flooded last May 2022 to the point I had to get a cup to get some of the water out. I started hearing a sloshing sound and quirking sound when pressing on the brake not too long and so on. I initially paid $1,200 to repair the electrical problems to a Nissan dealer and later found out the harness needed to be replaced due to water damage costing $7,200. The design flaw made my car unsafe due to the visibility problem during inclement weather. There is a blog where 2014 through 2018 Nissan Versa owners describing the same issue I have been experiencing. I am dumbfounded Nissan has never bothered to address this issue for so long; very few people have a disposable income to pay for repairs or constantly buy a new car in less than 5 years. The sad thing, I had to borrow money from my life insurance to pay the car off. I know Nissan will use the inspection defense. Please keep in mind all the cars that have been recalled before passed inspection, so it is not a valid point. Please click onthelinktitling“WetCarpetPassengerSide”://www.nissanversaforums.com/threads/wetcarpetpassengerside.42416/page2#:~:text=Turns%20out%20that%20there%20are%20some%20serious%20design,one%20side%20of%20the%20car%%20to%20the%20other. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-01
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP5FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Las revoluciones no se quedan estable cuando estoy manejando, el vehículo empieza a dar jalones y podría ser la transmisión.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-05
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP4FL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Steering wheel assembly cracked and also the left side of the steering wheel piece broke. Very expensive to fix and wasn’t offered a car to use. Order for this assembly is on back order!!!! Nissan said the crack could only be if it was blunt force to it which would consist of 300 lbs. So it’s a Nissan failure but no recalls on it which is sad.
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-17
- VIN: 3n1cn7ap3fl
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I was driving along and I went to stop but the brake didn't stop the car so I put in the car in park. Then the brake and engine lights started flashing at me so I turned of the car. I wasn't driving very fast at all, probably less than 20 miles per hour. Then when I restarted the car the brake and engine lights cam back on and the brake still wasn't working, and the car rolled while it was in park. I was not able to move the car to a safe spot. I had to sit partially in a traffic lane near a dangerous, blind curve. A sheriff's deputy saw my car and pulled in behind me to help protect me while we waited two hours for the Auto Club. My mechanic said the transmission totally failed and caused the problems.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-02
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP9FL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owned 2015 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked it experienced a fire. The contact encountered the vehicle had blackened windows. The contact opened the car doors and grey smoke came out. The fire department was not called, the fire had burned itself out. The dash and gear shift lever were melted. The contact had the vehicle towed to an impound lot. The vehicle was declared a total loss. The contact was advised that the fire appeared to have started in wires behind the radio in the dash. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-01
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP6FL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel gage is inaccurate and fuel keeps dropping fast. After a week of this check engine came on after checking fuel pump, it was determined the pump was brand new and had no issues. A recall was done on the fuel line last year had it check at Nissan dealership and service rep stated the line was fine and advised the rep that didn't explain when the fuel gage is inaccurate or the fuel dropping fast if the fuel line and my fuel pump are fine. They never rechecked it...now engine light is on and code is reading P0193 which that indicates a fuel sensory circuit which the dealership should have realized if they actually checked everything regarding the fuel issue last year. This should be addressed and nissan should render the repair of this fuel issue I have been having from the start and I believe last year Nissan just checked the fuel line and called it a day and didn't fully address the fuel issue I'm having with this vehicle overall.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-20
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated and was jerking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with transmission failure. The mechanic replaced the transmission; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,102. The VIN was unavailable.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-01
- VIN: 3N1CN7AP5FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while accelerating from at a complete stop, the vehicle jerked forward but failed to move. The contact continued to depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle responded. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while accelerating from a complete stop. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 83,300.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-04
- VIN: 3n1ce2cp6fl
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: My VERSA has been shutting off, shuddering and leaping while driving for over a year. It would always start after stopping and I could go on my way. Today the engine stopped and I was able to restart, but when I put it in gear the engine stopped. I did this several time and every time the engine would stop. I had it towed to my mechanic and he told me my transmission is going out. I looked for a recall notice and did not find one. I did find several class action law suites for this same issue and Nissan has settled all of them. There is another company in town that has 21 Versa's and all of his are having this same issue and must be replaced. It costs over $5,000 to fix and is very unsafe. The issue I had today was stop and go traffic on the freeway.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-10
- VIN: 3N1CE2CPXFL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission failure at 88,000. No prior issue. Rpm went from 2 to 3, a jerk then Just stopped moving. Brought to shop. Needs a new cvt transmission. Can't be looked at because I am buying a new car tomorrow and trading this one. I was on the interstate when this suddenly happened
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-27
- VIN: 3N1CE2CP0FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission out 88000 miles
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-20
- VIN: 3n1cn7ap1fl
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Abs light turn on and it’s malfunctioning
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-12
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owned a 2015 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 70 MPH, a deer ran head-on into the vehicle and crashed through the windshield. The contact stated that the deer's antlers were stuck inside the vehicle as the deer frantically tried to escape the vehicle. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side air failed to deploy upon impact. The contact also stated that only the driver-side curtain air bag deployed. The steering wheel had locked without warning as her husband was able to stop the vehicle right before hitting two guardrails. The authorities were called to the scene and a police report was filed. The contact and her husband were treated on scene for scrapes and bruises but did not go to the hospital for further evaluation. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it remained in their possession. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle was totaled. The failure mileage was approximately 192,000. The VIN was not available.
2015 Nissan Versa note recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2015 Nissan Versa note.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Nissan Versa sedan vehicles manufactured June 9, 2011, to March 11, 2015, and 2014-2015 Nissan Versa Note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, to March 11, 2015. The affected vehicles have a center console trim panel that may catch the driver's shoe and delay the transition from the accelerator pedal to the brake pedal.
- Consequence: A delay in the application of the brake pedal would lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the console trim panel, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured June 9, 2015, to June 10, 2015, and 2015 Nissan Sentra and Versa Note vehicles manufactured June 5, 2015, to June 13, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver side front and rear doors may not fully latch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
- Consequence: A door that does not fully latch may result in the door opening while the car is moving. The distraction may increase the risk of a crash and/or a vehicle occupant may fall out of the vehicle if they are not wearing a seatbelt, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date, lot number, and cavity code on the left front and rear door latches, and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Negative 2015 Nissan Versa note car reviews
Positive 2015 Nissan Versa note car reviews
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I recently downsized from big cars like SUVs and vans to a subcompact, and I was pleasantly surprised by the Nissan Versa. The interior is surprisingly spacious, even for someone tall like me. I compared it to other subcompact competitors like the Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Accent, Chevy Spark, and Mitsubishi Mirage, and the Nissan Versa was the roomiest. The back seat has plenty of legroom, and the cargo area is quite roomy for a subcompact. I love the hatchback feature, which makes it easy to store packages and groceries. Additionally, the fuel door has a release similar to the hood release, which is a nice feature to protect against fuel theft. Although it's not a luxury vehicle, it's fun to drive with enough pickup for entering highways, good mileage for gas savings, roomy enough for 4 adults, and a fairly quiet engine. The best thing is, it has a tight turning radius and can parallel park in small spaces. I've owned this car for 13 months now, and everything I stated above is still true. Although I've noticed that the engine noise is louder than in our other car, it's not unbearable. I also feel bumps in the road more than in our other car, but this is true with any small car. The only repair I've had to make in a year was to replace the third brake light (rear window light), which was a bit pricey because Nissan makes it one piece instead of a $3 bulb, but it was easy to install.I'm still enjoying this car! Just wanted to give an update - after owning it for 2 1/2 years, it's still running smoothly like a kitten. I did have to replace the two front tires this year since they were worn down, but it was very affordable due to the small tire size. The only other thing I've noticed is that the radio/clock display has dimmed over time, but it's still readable. Another update - I've now owned this car for 6 years and the engine is still running like the day I got it! However, the radio/time display has dimmed so much that it's almost unreadable during the day. I make sure to change the oil regularly and have replaced a couple of tires, but overall maintenance has been easy and it still gets great gas mileage!
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June 2018 update. This car is still the best small car I have ever driven, even after 22,000 miles. As someone who has been driving for 58 years and owned and driven many small cars, I can confidently say that this one is the best. It drives like a feather, has a good ride and comfort, is not noisy, and gets great 40+ OA mpg's with no problems yet. It performs well on both long trips and shorter jaunts. How can you not love it? Oh, and by the way, it's enormous inside, especially in the back seat. If you're buying, I recommend getting the 15Went to Mobil 1 low friction oil (0W30) at 3500 miles and increased already excellent mileage by at least 1 mpg, so I highly recommend it. The car drives great, handles like a dream, and is quiet from road and engine noise, making for a nice ride. Pump to pump mileage checks show consistently over 40 mpg in warm weather, even in hilly and mountainous conditions, with usually two people aboard. The car looks good to my eye with an upright stance, as compared to the Fit, for example. It rides and handles great with outstanding mileage and is enormous inside. I highly recommend it. In June 2016, I added to my original review, stating that I like this car more than ever. It has great room inside, is quiet and comfortable for its class, and is very good for long trips on highways as well as local driving. The MPG's are outstanding, with very mixed driving and 40+ mpg's easily attainable in warm months. In the northeast, the high/low range is 43-36 depending on the time of season. Please note that petroleum companies change their formulations in the cold months/areas of the country, so cold weather driving drives mpg's down. We have come to like the CVT and would not likely return to a conventional automatic transmission in any future car. I would buy this car again. My tips are to recommend the 15The car handles beautifully, making it a breeze to drive on secondary roads and in towns. As previously mentioned, one of the big advantages of this car over others in its class is that it performs well on longer trips. In fact, it is very good on highways over a length of time. Recently, I drove my son's 2007 Honda Fit Sport around (on secondary and highway roads) and it is a fine little car, especially if you enjoy driving in a spirited fashion. I must confess that, being older, I tend to drive very conservatively, but I can still appreciate a snappy small car. However, I would give the Versa NOTE a noticeable comfort edge, especially on highways, and say that it is ideal for older folks, also because ingress and egress are outstanding. Perhaps the newer Fit is different. Anyway, I have owned six small cars and rented many more over the past 57 years, and I can confidently say that this is the best small car I have ever driven. I highly recommend the NOTE.
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The Note is such an interesting car in a market full of similar options. I've only driven 600 miles so far, but I'm already averaging about 35 miles per gallon on both the highway and in the city. I'm really happy with my SV model and the CVT transmission. It has enough power for my needs, but I haven't pushed it too hard yet. Reading the owners manual is definitely a plus for this car, but I also discovered a few features on my own which I'll list in the next section. The Note is quite spacious and reasonably quiet, although I did find the bluetooth and media volume buttons a bit confusing at first. The phone button controls the volume up and down, while the button going across is for volume control.
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I recently purchased this car from a Hertz Sales center, of all places, and it only had around 30,000 miles on it. The best part? I got it for approximately $9,700! Dealers were asking for thousands more for similar cars with higher mileage. I must say, it handles like a dream and only needs a light touch. It accelerates smoothly both in the city and on the highway. I absolutely love the small touches, like the well-placed cup and bottle holders, the huge glove compartment that could hold a woman's pocketbook and then some, and the mini-glove compartment. The extenders for the small visors are also a nice touch. The car also has Bluetooth for phone calls and USB for playing music or podcasts from your phone to the radio. The doors automatically lock as you start driving and unlock when you shut off the engine, and the interior light comes on. You can even get a 'fake floor' for the cargo area so that you could hide a full-size briefcase or laptop. The mileage is also great so far, approximately 35mpg with a mix of city and highway driving and with A/C on half-time. The interior is huge and roomy, and my co-workers cannot believe it. Just to clarify, I do not work for Hertz. By the way, my experience with Hertz was the best I have ever had when buying a car.
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I noticed a car at a dealership that had been there for over a year, and I watched the price drop from 15k to 11k. With only 400 miles on the odometer, I decided to take the plunge. It's been 2 months and 3k miles, and so far, nothing has broken yet. While the brakes, turning, and suspension are all stiff, I find the seats to be quite comfortable. Plus, the next car with mileage that low was an extra 5k. I'm quite happy with the fact that I average 36 mpg, with over half of that being city driving. My biggest pet peeve is the front window, which tends to creak over every bump when the temperature drops below 40. Additionally, when I wake up for work, the condensation on the window is as much on the inside as the outside. I think the contraction of the temperature on the window seal is letting it get on the front window. All the other windows are normal. When the temperature is above 40, it is not an issue. Honestly, my only long-term worry is the CVT transmission, as it is an unknown in the reliability department.
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What's your opinion on the 2015 Nissan Versa Note SL's reliability ...
Jun 17, 2020 ... For $4500, though, 60k miles of use isn't all that bad. Anything else you'll find at that price point is likely 100k mi plus, and going to ...
2015 Nissan Versa Note Reliability - Consumer Reports
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Are you having problems with your 2015 Nissan Versa note?
Osvaldo Kris 2025-03-16
I experienced some issues with the radio not functioning properly from the very beginning, but the dealership was able to resolve the problem. During the first oil change, I was informed that both front axle nuts were loosening, but the dealership was able to address the issue. Although the car handled well during a long-distance trip, I did notice some transmission slipping. As a result, I have scheduled a third repair appointment. Despite these challenges, I remain confident in my choice of car and trust that the dealership will continue to provide excellent service.
Emmitt Bernier 2024-10-10
I am sorry to hear about your negative experience with your car. It sounds like you have had a lot of issues with it, including problems with the airbag signs and transmission. It must be frustrating to have to deal with these issues, especially when you were expecting a brand new car. It is disappointing to hear that the dealership is not willing to acknowledge the issues with the transmission and is asking for a large sum of money to replace it. I hope that you are able to find a solution that works for you. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Kyleigh West 2024-10-03
I have a Nissan Versa Note as a rental car until my auto is repaired. Coming from an SUV to this is quite a change. This red Versa Note is adorable. The engine is pretty peppy, especially with just one person in the car. The radio and A/C work perfectly fine. The driver's seat is also quite comfortable. However, I must admit that I don't feel entirely safe in this car. It's very small and has a thin structure, which makes backing up particularly challenging. I'm used to having a backup camera, but the Versa doesn't provide a clear view of what's behind or to the rear sides of you. Did I mention it has roll-up windows? It's quite amusing, as I haven't seen roll-up windows in over forty years. Nevertheless, the windows don't concern me too much. However, I do believe that it's worth spending a little more money for a safer car.
Muhammad Romaguera 2024-09-19
After experiencing the initial excitement of having a new car, you may begin to notice some issues with the vehicle. Unfortunately, the windshield has unexpectedly popped and the dealer has been unwilling to replace it. Additionally, there was a safety recall six months ago that the dealership failed to inform you about, which is concerning. Furthermore, after consulting with mechanics, it has become apparent that the CVT transmission requires more expensive maintenance and shop time than anticipated. We understand that these issues can be frustrating, but we are here to help find a solution.
Kane Cartwright 2024-09-09
I had a Versa Note which was a good little car, but unfortunately, it had some very obnoxious flaws that made driving it a less enjoyable experience. As one of Nissan's cheapest cars, it is made of very cheap materials, which caused the plastics on the interior to rattle and shake after just a year of having the car. This made the whole car feel like it was shaking apart, which was not ideal. Additionally, whenever it rained outside, the back windows would steam up, and there was nothing I could do to stop it. I could run the A/C, but that would tank the gas mileage and what little power the car had. Alternatively, I would just lose all visibility out of the car. While the car got okay mileage (although do not believe what the car's computer tells you, it is usually about 6 mpg less than what it shows), it just had no power, so if you had to go up hills, you would lose all your mileage.