Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Nissan Versa owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Lost all power to vehicle while traveling down expressway at posted rate of speed (65 MPH). No power but all electrical working. Almost caused a horrific accident as I tried to move from the center lane to the road shoulder. It took about 20 tries to restart the car after 45 minutes on the side of the road, but the car did start. I have had problems starting the car intermitently. Finally took it in to a shop and told them my history of fuel problem. They identified the problem and told me about all the info on the net about this problem and Nissan not recalling. Many references to moving vehicle failure. Cost of thew fuel pump is near $1000. I think this is why Nissan is not recalling. But someone will be hurt or killed from this neglect. Did the research on this and found that the fuel pump on this and other nissans have failed since day one. …
I purchased my 2007 Nissan Versa in 2007. In 2008, I began to notice intermittent starting problems(hard to crank engine); the car would not start after prolonged cranking attempts. In May 2008, I took the car to the dealership to undergo diagnostics and repair; they found the problem to be a faulty fuel pressure regulator and replaced the part under warranty, five months later, the problem reappeared. I took my Nissan Versa back to the dealer for the same repair, in November 2009, and the dealer refused to repair my car being that I was roughly 2,000 miles over my warranty period. Since then the cranking problem with my Nissan Versa has become more prevalent and as a result I've recently had my first battery replacement because I destroyed my original battery from extensive cranking! The Nissan corp. And north American Nissan should honor the numerous complaints for a serious issue!
The car shut off as we were driving, and I had to coast in a very busy freeway...the engine just died. Very stressful situation because I was on a highway and I had to coast until off the highway..then to restart the car it took at least 15 min of trying...I thought it was just a battery etc, but I did take to the dealer and nothing was noticed,,,,from then on I've been experiencing difficulties in starting the car, or in the morning or when I leave work at 2 am etc...so I thought it was only my car, but I noticed that there are other owners with the same problem...starting the engine and or just dying as we are driving..I am learning that it is a problem with a fuel pump...but it seems that Nissan doesn't care or it is not important to them...please thank you for your time and consideration.. Updated 06/22/2012
2007 Nissan Versa bought brand new in oct. 06 - has had "extended" crank since day 1, but now has faulty fpr (fuel pressure regulator) failure at 54,434 miles. Warranty expired at 3/36,000. Car will not start intermittently leaving me stranded for 15 minutes or more. You have to "pump" the gas to try and get it to start and heavy odor of fuel in cabin of car results. Had to spend $101.86 to get it diagnosed to see if Nissan would help, which they denied my claim. I have read numerous complaints on Versa's from 2007-2009 model years. Since my car is the first model year it has the old faulty fpr. As a result of extended cranking and having to crank car multiple times it has killed my battery which now needs replaced as well. This should not be happening, as Nissan is well aware of the problem, they need to make it right.
Purchased a 2007 Nissan Versa sedan in jan 2007. Three weeks later the service engine soon light came on. Subsequently while trying to pump gas into the car the gasoline overflowed out the filler neck. Car only had 1/4 tank of gas and we could not put any more gas into the tank. Took the car to the dealer where they told us that the vent control canister, hoses and drain were frozen solid. Technician questioned whether this was a design flaw. Still waiting to hear from manufacturer. The valve assy and canister assy were replaced and the hoses were thawed out and re-used. Problem solved? We washed the car twice at an automatic car wash where we got the underbody wash. The temperature that week was in the single digits. Technician suggested no more automatic car washes till manufacturer decides what to do.
I was traveling when loss of engine power occurred. There was no sound or other indication of engine problems aside from inability to accelerate. Was able to pull vehicle over to the shoulder where the engine would not turn over again. Had vehicle towed to local dealer where I was informed that it was the fuel pump and that the parts are on back order. In addition, while this is a known issue since 2007, there has been no voluntary recall despite many other incidents (as per internet search) of other vehicles losing power while in motion. The initial symptoms include an inability to start upon initial turnover wherein the issue progresses towards total fuel pump failure. I did experience the issue where the engine would take a second or third try to turn over but had attributed it to the starter.
Significant loss of fuel efficiency at around 51K miles in January 2011. All of a sudden had to start filling tank up more frequently and noticed it would shudder at random. On February 8, 2011 I was sitting idle in a parking space in park with engine running and the engine shuddered and then shut off. Battery was fine but engine would crank but not come on. Was told fuel pump needed replacement, Nissan would not acknowledge as a problem and said I would be charged 3 hours of labor to replace while the service station I use said it would only require 1 labor hour. Had it replaced for almost $600. I bought what I thought was a reliable car, but after this and having the fuel door becoming disconnected frequently, I am not feeling confident.
My car has not been turning on once a month and now it's about once a week it was crank at all. One time I was driving on the highway with my kids and it just completely stopped. Please help me! I bought the platinum warranty on the car and the dealer refuses to even acknowledge the fact that it might not start. When I have taken it to the dealer it happens to turn on but it's not like I know when and where it will not turn on. I have been doing research and have found that lots of Nissan Versa owners are having the same problem. They say it is the fuel pump. I told the dealer this and they refuse to even humor me that it might be just that. A recall is in order please!!!
There seems to be a problem starting my 2007 Nissan Versa (CVT) in the mornings. Doesn't happen every time but when you go to start it cold the car will not start and sometimes takes up to 30 seconds to start. Other times you can be driving at around 25 MPH and then the car hesitates and the speedometer drops to zero and the care hesitates for about 3-4 seconds and then picks back up. I took to abq reliable Nissan and they say they cannot duplicate the problem but I can see by the Nissan forums that I'm not the only one with this problem. It's not safe (car hesitating in traffic) and not starting is a major problem. Should have bought the Honda fit!
While driving on entrance ramp and accelerating, vehicle suddenly died with no power to the steering, brakes or acceleration. Vehicle was in center lane had trouble steering to the right to get to shoulder. After turning key back and forth several times, the lights and dash came back on but would not start. Car cranked but would not start. Car was towed to dealership. Was told the fuse to fuel pump blew. That would not explain the electrical system shutting down. If I was in traffic, this would have caused accident with no control over vehicle steering. Waiting on cause for fuse to blow from dealer.
Fuel System complaints in other Versa years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2007 Nissan Versa?
NHTSA has 27 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2007 Nissan Versa, 8% of the model year's 354 complaints. The component named most often is delivery › fuel pump (3 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Nissan Versa fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion system recall for the 2007 Nissan Versa, though it has 8 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 Nissan Versa fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 49,000 miles, and 32% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.