Exterior Lighting Problems of Nissan Versa

Nissan Versa owners have reported 33 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Nissan Versa


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Nissan Versa

The Exterior Lighting problem

I got into the car and started it up. Put in reverse car shuts off. Re started and put in reverse. Was able to drive out of apartment parking lot then no power to speed and car was a little jerky and on dashboard it said warning malfunction see owners manual with a few pictures on dashboard   Read details...

The Headlights problem

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that the headlights suddenly failed and needed replacing every six months. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The headlights were replaced three times within the past two years. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

Left turn signal dims or goes out completely when atmospheric moisture is present (rain/cold). Nissan dealership fixed as "bulb issue," but issue persists. Nissan appears unable to diagnose cause. Driver concerned of potential safety implications due to problematic signal.   Read details...

The Brake Light problem

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa. The contact stated upon noticing that the glass of the rear passenger side brake light bulb was dark, he disassembled the part and he discovered that the plate, the brake light system, and circuit were severely corroded, and water had leaked inside the housing.   Read details...

The Headlight Switch problem

Bought 2014 Nissan Versa on 09/10/19. Had it checked out by mechanic and checked out good. Had for 2. 5 - 3 weeks and engine light came on and started stalling while stopped. Had to turn headlights off when stopping and then turn them on again when car got going again.   Read details...




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