2020 Nissan Versa Engine Problems

I am constantly getting a malfunction for P0101 despite changing my air flow system. It creates acceleration problems everytime.

NHTSA ID

11743399

Incident

Apr 1, 2026

I have had this happen numerous times in my car for absolutely no reason. I also just got my cars state inspection and nothing was noted, while other things unrelated to this issue were recommended by the mechanic. The car will start to stall in reverse AND in regular driving mode. Most recently it will come up with see manufacturers manual, and my engine light, traction control and crash sensors will appear on my dash board. Shutting the car on and off doesn't change the issue. Also this will happen sporadically sometime with check lights on and sometimes it's random and resolves itself. This is extremely dangerous when you're trying to drive and your car won't get "unstuck" and then randomly goes full speed. I drive 5,000 miles a year so I'm not using the car that hard.

NHTSA ID

11706393

Incident

Dec 20, 2025

Stalls when accelerating after temporary stopping. Particularly when pulling out onto a main road. Wheels not registering psi properly.

NHTSA ID

11693826

Incident

Oct 15, 2025

I have serval codes from varies companies, O'Reilly's, Luther Nissan Dearlership from April to June 2025, the code is P0012, camshaft. The vehicle intermittently does not have power and I could easily be rear ended. Even thought Luther Nissan has had code P0012, camshaft they have not fixed it. I brought it to Luther Nissan 3 times since 4/22/25 to 6/2/25. Luther said,"Valvoline put transmission fluid in oil, said they drove it for 100 miles and found nothing, said old and current code on the same day and finally said you need a new battery. I bought a new battery. It happened again and I brought to a different certified shop on 7/11/25. Waiting to hear back. I have VERY detailed paperwork and many family/neighbors know. If I have an accident they know to sue Luther and Nissan.

NHTSA ID

11673606

Incident

Apr 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that while driving 40 MPH or exceeding 40 MPH, the vehicle started jerking abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA ID

11671049

Incident

May 1, 2024

Engine slowing down during acceleration, transmission not changing gears, and jittery driving during 40-55 MPH

NHTSA ID

11658726

Incident

Apr 30, 2025

I am writing to report a potential safety and design defect in my vehicle that I have also noticed affecting many other owners of the same make and model. The issue involves the rubber seal at the edge of the windshield, which is supposed to prevent water from entering the engine bay. However, the rubber is not properly secured—it merely sits in place—allowing water to pass underneath it. As a result, water accumulates on the valve cover near the ignition coil, creating a risk of electrical problems, including misfires or potential engine failure. Over time, this could lead to serious mechanical and safety issues. After researching, I have found that many other owners of the same vehicle have experienced this same problem. I believe this issue poses a safety concern and should be investigated further. Please advise on any next steps or potential recalls regarding this matter. Thank you for your time and attention.

NHTSA ID

11644562

Incident

Feb 21, 2025

Shortly after I purchase this vehicle brand new I noticed that the car jerks, or shudders when I drive. I even thought that it may be due to the front and back brakes so I would turn them off. As time passed this continued to happen even worse than in the beginning. It turns out the transmission is not good, this has almost caused me to have accidents thank God it hasn't happened, yet. I am trying to get out of this vehicle as we speak I have two children and would hate for something to happen to them on the only car I own.

NHTSA ID

11644491

Incident

Jun 1, 2022

I’ve read other other complaints about this make/ model car and my car does ALL of those things. First the acceleration at Rand times my car will not accelerate whether it be pulling out of a parking space, sitting at a red light, making a turn etc. have took to a mechanic because this issue and my check engine light was on due to the mass air flow sensor or filter got that fixed and car still does the same thing. Second when playing music through Bluetooth the radio just randomly restarts after playing approx 3 songs. Next the forward and back collision , abs system lights make an appearance on the dash whenever they feel like it. The emergency breaking system forward and back breaks for me when nothing is behind my car or I’m a great deal behind another car. The car now cuts off while driving. My passenger side door does not lock when pressed on the key fob with all of the other doors. The remote start does not work AT ALL. The trunk does not open when pressed on the key fob either. The lighter port does not have any power. I did buy this car used for being 5 years old and having 71,000 miles I thought that I was getting a somewhat decent deal but that is not the case, I do not feel safe in this car nor do I get to enjoy any of the features of “having a newer car”.

NHTSA ID

11638453

Incident

Oct 18, 2024

Safety is at risk for multiple reasons one because a month upon receiving this brand new vehicle with 40 miles on it I’ve been experiencing malfunctioning problems. I am not able to receive a forward collision warning at times. I’m not sure if these electrical problems also caused my battery to die a few weeks later. In these moments is the start of when the malfunction notification would appear daily. Two— The transmission has been having issues for a long time as well. My drives no longer have a smooth transition when I press the gas it stutters and will not accelerate immediately. The problem has been confirmed by an independent service center. I brought my car new once again so am very disappointed at how much needs to be worked on and do not want to purchase from Nissan ever again.

NHTSA ID

11557235

Incident

Oct 18, 2020

I have a 2020 Nissan and I purchased it in 2021 with 80 miles and its 2023 and the engine is now bad. You mean to tell me that you pay 19000 for a car that’s going to mess up in less than 2 years

NHTSA ID

11534526

Incident

Jul 26, 2023

The mass air flow sensor need to be replaced. There is also a camshaft position sensor circuit malfunction.

NHTSA ID

11521610

Incident

May 11, 2023

Check engine light came on went and got a diagnostics and P2859 and when i looked it up on google Nissan has had recalls in the past on the same thing

NHTSA ID

11423520

Incident

Jul 5, 2021

THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, IT WILL NOT START, IT WILL NOT TURN ON. NONE OF MY LIGHTS HAVE BEEN LEFT ON, NOTHING HAS BEEN PLUGGED IN. THE FIRST TIME I HAD IT JUMPED IT STARTED AND TURNED ON. THE BELT WAS MAKING A HIGH PITCHED SQUEALING NOISE. AFTER IT WAS INITIALLY JUMPED AND AFTER IT WAS ON & DROVE AROUND & PUT BACK IN PARK AND TURNED BACK OFF. IT NO LONGER WOULD START. I HAVE TRIED TO HAVE IT JUMPED AGAIN & IT WOULD NOT JUMP. I AM CONCERNED WITH THE ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM. WHEN I'VE TRIED TO TURN IT ON AND IT WOULDN'T IT MADE SORT OF LIKE A GARGLING NOISE AFTER I HAD HIT THE START BUTTON AS WELL AS THE GAUGES COMING VERY SLIGHTLY & SHAKING

NHTSA ID

11396869

Incident

Feb 12, 2021