Hyundai Elantra vs Nissan Versa
For 2006–2022 models, the Nissan Versa has 20.5 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 22.9 for the Hyundai Elantra. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2006–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Hyundai Elantra
22.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Nissan Versa
- Complaints
- 6,319
- Sold
- 2,760,718
- Recall campaigns
- 29
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2010, 2012–2013 and 2017. Fewest: 2015 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 78,500 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 59,850 mi
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Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings)
Typically around 80,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 77,000 mi
Nissan Versa
20.5 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Hyundai Elantra
- Complaints
- 3,072
- Sold
- 1,499,163
- Recall campaigns
- 23
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2007–2009 and 2012. Fewest: 2006, 2017, 2019 and 2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 60,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 68,218 mi
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Coil and leaf springs
Typically around 65,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 59,000 mi
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CVT belt, pulleys and unit failure
Typically around 80,700 mi · repair $2,170–$6,500
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Hyundai Elantra or the Nissan Versa?
For 2006–2022 models, the Nissan Versa has 20.5 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Hyundai Elantra has 22.9, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Hyundai Elantra?
The most-reported problem on the Hyundai Elantra is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 78,500 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Versa?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Versa is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 60,000 miles.
Which Hyundai Elantra and Nissan Versa years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Hyundai Elantra: 2010, 2012–2013 and 2017; Nissan Versa: 2007–2009 and 2012.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.