2007 Nissan Versa: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
Launch-year Versa: a simple, cheap-to-run 1.8L economy car, but it carries the Takata airbag recall and front-coil-spring/suspension complaints; verify recall completion. 3 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2007 Nissan Versa ranged from $13,165 to $15,165 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
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Launch-year Versa: a simple, cheap-to-run 1.8L economy car, but it carries the Takata airbag recall and front-coil-spring/suspension complaints; verify recall completion.
Sources (3)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=nissan&model=versa&…
- rerev.comhttps://rerev.com/articles/nissan-versa-years-to-avoid/
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/nissan/versa
Known issues
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Takata front airbag inflator recall plus reports of airbag warning lights and driver-airbag module failures.
commonly reported · 171 NHTSA complaints · other
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Front coil springs can fracture and corrode, especially on cars used in salt-belt states; addressed by a safety recall.
commonly reported · 167 NHTSA complaints · suspension
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Exhaust and catalytic-converter flange corrosion, sometimes at low mileage.
occasional · 28 NHTSA complaints · other
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (2)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=nissan&model=versa&…
- carparts.comhttps://www.carparts.com/blog/nissan-versa-reliability-and-common-problems/
Recalls & safety
Recall history hasn't been loaded for this model year yet.
Whether a recall is still open on a specific car depends on its VIN. Check it free at NHTSA's VIN lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls), or ask the seller for proof the repair was done.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Simple and inexpensive to maintain.
- Available manual transmission avoids the CVT risk.
- Surprisingly roomy hatchback and sedan interior.
- Affordable, practical economy car with low running costs.
Cons
- Dated, basic and slow even by economy-car standards.
- Front coil springs can fracture in salt-belt states (recall).
- Exhaust and catalytic-converter corrosion reported.
- Takata front airbag inflator recall.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | $13,165 | $17,390 | — | — |
| SL | $15,165 | discontinued | — | — |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (2)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2007-nissan-versa-price
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/nissan-versa-price
Depreciation
Move your cursor along the line to see the estimated value for any year.
This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($13,165). Higher trims started higher (up to $15,165), and options added more.
The curve's data ends 10 years in, so the line levels off after that. Treat the tail as a floor, not a forecast: asking prices for older cars depend mostly on condition, mileage, and the current market, and often sit well above it.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/nissan-versa/resale-value
Cost to own
| Repairs (rises with mileage) | ≈ $450–500/yr |
| Insurance (medium tier) | ≈ $1,800–1,900/yr |
| Expected lifespan | ~200k miles |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (2)
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/nissan/versa
- moneygeek.comhttps://www.moneygeek.com/insurance/auto/nissan-versa-insurance/
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2007 Nissan Versa have?
Documented issue patterns include: Takata front airbag inflator recall plus reports of airbag warning lights and driver-airbag module failures; Front coil springs can fracture and corrode, especially on cars used in salt-belt states; addressed by a safety recall; Exhaust and catalytic-converter flange corrosion, sometimes at low mileage. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2007 Nissan Versa reliable?
Launch-year Versa: a simple, cheap-to-run 1.8L economy car, but it carries the Takata airbag recall and front-coil-spring/suspension complaints; verify recall completion.
How much did the 2007 Nissan Versa cost new?
Between $13,165 and $15,165 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Is the Nissan Versa expensive to maintain?
Estimated repairs run roughly $450–500/year as mileage climbs.
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