I bought a Scion XA w/iPod integration and am thrilled with it. Enjoy your Versa!

I was wondering, does anyone know if an iPhone will work with the Versa’s optionally built-in Bluetooth? How do you work it?
Thanks,
Jered

I was wondering, does anyone know if an iPhone will work with the Versa’s optionally built-in Bluetooth? How do you work it?
Thanks,
Jered

I have read on other sites that the Versa’s bluetooth will work with the iPhone. I have a Versa with the option but not an iPhone. It’s not full integration and you have to set up a separate phone book on the car. But once you pair the phone, you operate it with voice commands, for example, “Call home.” It works really well, and the voice recognition system seems to be the same one that’s in much more expensive Infinitis.

Tighter phone (especially iPhone) integration would be nice, but not to be expected in a car that can be had for around $16K.

I just bought a fully loaded 2008 Sapphire Blue Nissan Versa with CVT transmission on Monday, January 21. I am really enjoying the car and absolutely love the Bluetooth functionality. I bought a Samsung BlackJack 2 to tide me over until the new iPhone comes out (but I have Missing Sync for Windows Mobile so don’t freak on me, Mac friends.) The Bluetooth is only for making phonecalls. No streaming audio or anything like that. On the whole, the car is nimble and zippy and relatively fast off the line.

The only issue I have is with its reported gas mileage. It doesn’t seem to reach the estimated mpg – I have to . Now mind you, I don’t think I drive with a lead foot. I am cautious and drive in reasonable traffic here on Long Island, NY. I feel like I am averaging nearly the same mpg as my 2004 GLS VW Jetta Wagon I used to own (around 26mpg average)… I have to say I felt a bit more secure in my Jetta too as the Nissan is a much lighter car comparatively.

Now as far as the comparison to the Yaris and the Honda Fit. The Yaris is too small for me and seems too little a car for the money. The Fit has better MPG but feels under powered and less a car and more like a toy (not that that is always a bad thing.) I do like the Fit’s Magic Seat configuration. Google that! Pretty neat… The Versa is very ample in cabin space!

Cheers to you, Matthew! I hope you enjoy the car as much as I do.

I have both an iPhone and Versa w/bluetooth and, sadly, they will not pair.

Initially I noticed same issue of iphone not getting paired with My nissan versa SL 2008 model., but rebooting iphone helped in getting it paired with Nissan Versa

I PURCHASED A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO A 2008 NISSAN VERSA” WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT!! I THINK, HAD I GOT THIS CARD ON CREDIT, I WOULD HAVE RUINED MY CREDIT, I HAVE THIS CAR AND EVERY TIME I GO OUT I HAVE TO SIT A WHILE IN THE CAR AND TRY MANY TIMES UNSUCCESSFULLY TO TO GET THE CAR STARTED, I MAY LOOK “BAD” IN THIS CAR THAT DOES NOT WANT TO START, BUT NISSAN LOOKS WORST!! WHEN PEOPLE SEE A NEW CAR, THAT HAS A VERY SLOW START, AND EVERY ATTEMPT TO START THE CAR, LEAVES WITH THE FEELING THAT YOU ARE GOING TO BE LEFT STRANDED, SINCE I HAD BEEN DRIVING LEXUS, SINCE THE 90′S I FIGURED THAT I GET A NISSAN WITH ALL THE OPTIONS, I PAIDED OVER $18,000, FOR THIS CAR AND PARKED MY LEXUS. I HAVE TAKEN THIS CAR TWICE TO THE DEALER, AND NOW I AM WAITING FOR A FUEL PUMP TO ARRIVED, UNTIL THEN, I HAVE TO BE VERY CAREFUL OF NOT GOING FAR FROM HOME FOR FEAR OF BEING “STRANDED” TO ME THIS CAR HAS TURNED INTO A NIGHMARE, I GUESS I WAS BETTER OFF, BUYING A USED CAR, THEN THIS WOULD NOT HAVE SURPRISED ME.

NISSAN WAKE UP WITH THIS LIL LEMON, YOU EVEN MISREPRESENTED THE MILEAGE YOU GET ON THIS CAR,

IF ANYONE HAS PROBLEMS WITH SUCH A CAR LET ME KNOW, I SINCERELY THINK A RECALL SHOULD BE IN ORDER

Nancy – Talk about throwing the baby out with the bathwater …. It sounds to me like you did get a lemon: in the form of a bad fuel pump, not necessarily the entire car. It happens from time to time; a bad part gets into a car. The symptoms you describe (difficulty starting, reduced gas mileage), could all be related to a faulty fuel pump. For your sake I’m hoping that is the case. What more do you want? It sounds to me as though your dealer has done a good job. It diagnosed the faulty fuel pump on the second visit. It would have been nice if it had happened on the first visit but sometimes problems start out intermittently and defy diagnosis. As for a recall, that would be indicated only if there were a systemic problem with the fuel pumps in a great many, not just yours.

Uh..yes…they DO have a Fuel Pump problem with the line, from a good reliable source , the production plant for these in Mexico had some “issues”.

In fact the NTSB has this as report on file and is investigating. If Nissan was smart, they would investigate and jump in with a recall on the fuel system fault. If you have to wait for the NTSB to “tell” them to do it, their credability with customer loyalty will go down the drain.

Nancy – Talk about throwing the baby out with the bathwater …. It sounds to me like you did get a lemon: in the form of a bad fuel pump, not necessarily the entire car. It happens from time to time; a bad part gets into a car. The symptoms you describe (difficulty starting, reduced gas mileage), could all be related to a faulty fuel pump. For your sake I’m hoping that is the case. What more do you want? It sounds to me as though your dealer has done a good job. It diagnosed the faulty fuel pump on the second visit. It would have been nice if it had happened on the first visit but sometimes problems start out intermittently and defy diagnosis. As for a recall, that would be indicated only if there were a systemic problem with the fuel pumps in a great many, not just yours.

I have an early 2007 versa and after 10,000 miles it started to have the famous starting problem. I’ve had 2 regulator replacements plus orig. and problem is worse now than ever . Dealer is very cooperative, but factory reps. don’t have an answer. I practicaly ran my battery down trying to start the car today.I understand that the regulator is an intragel part of the fuel pump in the tank.Correct me if I’m wrong.

I am having no end of trouble with my new 3G iPhone and my bluetooth handsfree in my 2008 Nissan Versa SL hatchback. It worked PERFECTLY with my old Sony Ericson phone … clear sound so that no one could tell if I was on the phone or the handset. The iPhone paired quickly with the car but the sound quality is horrible. Every one I talk to complains that they can’t hear me, it sounds tinny or far away and a lot of interference. The phone will also hang up the sound system if you switch it from bluetooth to iphone during a call. Once you hang up on the phone, the bluetooth in the car sometimes stays on “telephone” and will not disengage, even if you turn off the engine at a stop light and restart. Did I pair them up wrong? Nissan says the iPhone is compatible with the car.

After 3,000 miles, the slow-start problem has begun. Nancy is right to be discouraged. Nissan does need to recall and repair ASAP!!!

FWIW: I had issues starting my Versa S until I went to the dealer that told me never to push on the gas pedal while cranking the engine. Has started like clockwork ever since.

I’ve had my 2009 Nissan Versa HB for less than 3 weeks. It’s only got 400 miles on it, and I am having the same problem as previously mentioned with the slow start. My dealer told me that the Nissan manufacturer told them that the Versa and Sentra can take up to 8 seconds of cranking to start. Anything over 8 seconds and it’s a problem. To me, it sounds way too long. It should not take that long for the fuel to reach the engine…ever! And with all that cranking, can’t you wear out your starter. I love everything else about my new little Versa. I just want everything to work well. For a 2009 vehicle, I would have expected it to at least make it to 2009 without problems!

I PURCHASED A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO A 2008 NISSAN VERSA” WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT!! I THINK, HAD I GOT THIS CARD ON CREDIT, I WOULD HAVE RUINED MY CREDIT, I HAVE THIS CAR AND EVERY TIME I GO OUT I HAVE TO SIT A WHILE IN THE CAR AND TRY MANY TIMES UNSUCCESSFULLY TO TO GET THE CAR STARTED, I MAY LOOK “BAD” IN THIS CAR THAT DOES NOT WANT TO START, BUT NISSAN LOOKS WORST!! WHEN PEOPLE SEE A NEW CAR, THAT HAS A VERY SLOW START, AND EVERY ATTEMPT TO START THE CAR, LEAVES WITH THE FEELING THAT YOU ARE GOING TO BE LEFT STRANDED, SINCE I HAD BEEN DRIVING LEXUS, SINCE THE 90?S I FIGURED THAT I GET A NISSAN WITH ALL THE OPTIONS, I PAIDED OVER $18,000, FOR THIS CAR AND PARKED MY LEXUS. I HAVE TAKEN THIS CAR TWICE TO THE DEALER, AND NOW I AM WAITING FOR A FUEL PUMP TO ARRIVED, UNTIL THEN, I HAVE TO BE VERY CAREFUL OF NOT GOING FAR FROM HOME FOR FEAR OF BEING “STRANDED” TO ME THIS CAR HAS TURNED INTO A NIGHMARE, I GUESS I WAS BETTER OFF, BUYING A USED CAR, THEN THIS WOULD NOT HAVE SURPRISED ME.
NISSAN WAKE UP WITH THIS LIL LEMON, YOU EVEN MISREPRESENTED THE MILEAGE YOU GET ON THIS CAR,
IF ANYONE HAS PROBLEMS WITH SUCH A CAR LET ME KNOW, I SINCERELY THINK A RECALL SHOULD BE IN ORDER

sorry nancy! I forgot to write in the response, I guess that would be helpful right? But I bought a nissan versa 09 in september, AND I HAVE THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM. I couldn’t start my car since October, and have been in and out of the shop EVERY month after I purchased the car. It would take at least 3 tries to start my car and it is super frustrating to know that you might be stranded somewhere especially when you’re driving a brand new car that was purchased 4 months ago! The dealers are absolutely not cooperative and to me a little bit inexperienced!! They told me guarantee that after changing a part that the problem would go away, but obviously not! It is getting worst and worst!! I have contacted the headquarters and talked to managers about everyday, but they seem like they don’t want anything to do with it! I would understand if there is a problem with a 6 year old car, but not with a newly purchased car! It is wasting my time and energy, since my new job is to bring the car into the shop everyday!!

My 2009 versa hatchback with cvt has the same problem, where it is taking too long to start. i brought it to the dealer and was told that there is a recall out for that part. Still waiting on it to arrive, but my fingers are crossed

I have a 2008 Versa ( purchased in 2007) and am nearing the end of the warranty. A few weeks ago, at about 30,000 miles, car stopped running while idling. AAA responded, physically hit the gas tank under the car and it started, car has run fine since. Mechanic said sometimes tiny particles might interfere with gas getting through to start. A few weeks later, drove out of town —- 1000 miles. On my return home, car froze on highway at a speed of 60 mph, had no acceleration or power. Luckily, car stopped by a town that had a Nissan dealer. ( Car required a tow). Fuel pump was replaced under warranty. Upon my return home I Googled Nissan fuel pump problems and it appears that the there are repeated fuel pump / starting problems being reported by Versa owners. If you are having trouble starting your car you should insist they check the fuel pump. No new car should have problems starting up. I was very lucky to be in the location I was; what turned out to be an incovenient delay could’ve been disastrous if I’d been in the passing lane on the highway or in fast traffic.

I bought my 2008 Versa in April 2008 and they had to jump start it with only 34 miles on it before I bought it. I went on vacation and I had to jump start it after 5 days of sitting. Brought it in twice to dealer. The first time they said the battery was fine. I told them to look into the fuel line. They replaced something, which did not help. I told them the fuel pump. Then I told them I wanted a new battery since the original had to be jumped started when i bought it. When I was bringing it, it wouldn’t start. So I got it jumped and had them replace it the battery and the fueld pump and it worked like a charm until 7 months later… now… I am taking it in because it is having problems again. And now the service light came on… it has 13,600 miles on it. If it isn’t fixed this time, it then goes to lemon law. They have to fix it on the third time. Nice car, but sucky gas mileage (28 on highway and much worse around town).
I have the SL fully loaded manual hatchback. We are going to the dealer after work today. And they are providing a rental… again.
I found this website because I Googled for recalls. They should put a recall in for this problem.

I PURCHASED A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO A 2008 NISSAN VERSA” WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT!! I THINK, HAD I GOT THIS CARD ON CREDIT, I WOULD HAVE RUINED MY CREDIT, I HAVE THIS CAR AND EVERY TIME I GO OUT I HAVE TO SIT A WHILE IN THE CAR AND TRY MANY TIMES UNSUCCESSFULLY TO TO GET THE CAR STARTED, I MAY LOOK “BAD” IN THIS CAR THAT DOES NOT WANT TO START, BUT NISSAN LOOKS WORST!! WHEN PEOPLE SEE A NEW CAR, THAT HAS A VERY SLOW START, AND EVERY ATTEMPT TO START THE CAR, LEAVES WITH THE FEELING THAT YOU ARE GOING TO BE LEFT STRANDED, SINCE I HAD BEEN DRIVING LEXUS, SINCE THE 90?S I FIGURED THAT I GET A NISSAN WITH ALL THE OPTIONS, I PAIDED OVER $18,000, FOR THIS CAR AND PARKED MY LEXUS. I HAVE TAKEN THIS CAR TWICE TO THE DEALER, AND NOW I AM WAITING FOR A FUEL PUMP TO ARRIVED, UNTIL THEN, I HAVE TO BE VERY CAREFUL OF NOT GOING FAR FROM HOME FOR FEAR OF BEING “STRANDED” TO ME THIS CAR HAS TURNED INTO A NIGHMARE, I GUESS I WAS BETTER OFF, BUYING A USED CAR, THEN THIS WOULD NOT HAVE SURPRISED ME.
NISSAN WAKE UP WITH THIS LIL LEMON, YOU EVEN MISREPRESENTED THE MILEAGE YOU GET ON THIS CAR,
IF ANYONE HAS PROBLEMS WITH SUCH A CAR LET ME KNOW, I SINCERELY THINK A RECALL SHOULD BE IN ORDER

I too have a problem with starting my 2008 nissan versa. Bought it new. Love the car, ride, room etc, but…hate the starting system. We have the keyless system. Been in shop for hard starting 3-4 times. THis last time they changed out the fuel pump, etc. Had only 3 days now and started to crank but not start AGAIN!! I definately got a lemon, and YES Nissan needs to do a recall for this problem. My dealership is absolutely wonderful to work with, but, it’s getting so old having to drive to the dealership (40 mins away), drop off car, then have to go pick up. I’m going to have to get some better results with the repairs. Thinking about applying the lemon law and try to get compensation for this recurring problem.

I am going on my fourth fuel pump. I would not recommend this car.

I purchased a 2009 Versa about a month ago. It had 5,500 miles on it and was in the Nissan show room. I love the car, but have noticed the problem with it starting on occasion. If it starts cranking, I push the pedal to the floor once and it will start after that. I should not have to do this, however, and I am afraid this is a sign of a problem that is going to get bigger. I’m going to call the dealer and also print out the numerous comments about the Versa’s starting problems and take them with me. I also have a survey from Nissan in my email that I have not responded to, but I intend to let them know about the problem. There should be a recall and the a proper replacement part installed. It does not make sense to replace a bad fuel pump with another that is exactly the same.

Hi, I have a 2008 Versa (purchased in April 2008). I bought it new, fully loaded SL hatchback with the CVT. I am currently sitting at about 23,000 kms and have not had any problems. I absolutely love it. It starts every time, and drives very smoothly.
I had a question though. Some people say the iphone works, others say it doesn’t. I have bluetooth, and want to get an iphone in a couple months. Will it work with the bluetooth in my car, because if it doesn’t then I am not even going to purchase the iphone.
Overall, love my Versa, and wouldn’t trade it in for anything.

I have a 2009 Versa, with about 5500 miles on it. I have been having the worst time getting it to start for the last month! every time i try to get it to turn on, it won’t start in a second or so! i sit there for atleast 20 seconds with it not catching. then i have to turn it off and try again. it will finally start after the second time. every time i try it doesnt want to start, but if someone else is around or starts it, it works! i know it’s not me, so i had my boyfriend start it, and it wouldn’t start for him. so i had my car taken to a shop and they told me there isn’t anything wrong with it!having a car that doesnt work in college when i’m over an hour away is not good!! so yeah right that there is not something wrong! i think if this many people are having problems, Nissan needs to put out a recall and give us all a reimbursment for all of the times we’ve had to take it to the garage to “get it fixed.” luckily, my mother called the head of Nissan and is supposed to be hearing back from them soon!

I bought a 2008 Versa, it’s a pre-owned and it’s 36000 km when I bought it. I feel sorry for others who got lots of problem about their versa. My Versa didn’t give me any problem even the starter it start with just only one click. Before I bought it, me and my wife always pray to God that give us a very good car with having no problem and which is fit in our budget. Right now, I’m really enjoying driving my 2008 Versa and haven’t got any problem with it. Thank God for giving us a good Versa.

I PURCHASED A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO A 2008 NISSAN VERSA” WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT!! I THINK, HAD I GOT THIS CARD ON CREDIT, I WOULD HAVE RUINED MY CREDIT, I HAVE THIS CAR AND EVERY TIME I GO OUT I HAVE TO SIT A WHILE IN THE CAR AND TRY MANY TIMES UNSUCCESSFULLY TO TO GET THE CAR STARTED, I MAY LOOK “BAD” IN THIS CAR THAT DOES NOT WANT TO START, BUT NISSAN LOOKS WORST!! WHEN PEOPLE SEE A NEW CAR, THAT HAS A VERY SLOW START, AND EVERY ATTEMPT TO START THE CAR, LEAVES WITH THE FEELING THAT YOU ARE GOING TO BE LEFT STRANDED, SINCE I HAD BEEN DRIVING LEXUS, SINCE THE 90?S I FIGURED THAT I GET A NISSAN WITH ALL THE OPTIONS, I PAIDED OVER $18,000, FOR THIS CAR AND PARKED MY LEXUS. I HAVE TAKEN THIS CAR TWICE TO THE DEALER, AND NOW I AM WAITING FOR A FUEL PUMP TO ARRIVED, UNTIL THEN, I HAVE TO BE VERY CAREFUL OF NOT GOING FAR FROM HOME FOR FEAR OF BEING “STRANDED” TO ME THIS CAR HAS TURNED INTO A NIGHMARE, I GUESS I WAS BETTER OFF, BUYING A USED CAR, THEN THIS WOULD NOT HAVE SURPRISED ME.
NISSAN WAKE UP WITH THIS LIL LEMON, YOU EVEN MISREPRESENTED THE MILEAGE YOU GET ON THIS CAR,
IF ANYONE HAS PROBLEMS WITH SUCH A CAR LET ME KNOW, I SINCERELY THINK A RECALL SHOULD BE IN ORDER

I have a 2009 Nissan versa H/B since Feb 09; its been a delaer for over 20 times with lot of noises and parts breaking and needs fixing, got tired finally filed Lemon Law.Nissan Consumer Affairs is totally hopeless,

My 2008 Nissa Versa has 43,000 miles on it. Sounds like a lot, but really, it isn’t for newer cars. I was driving on the freeway the other day doing 70mph in the far left lane, when the car COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. I had to think fast since the car went from 70-0mph in less than 10 seconds. I made it to the left shoulder and had a tow truck take it to the Nissan dealer. Turns out it is a FAULTY FUEL PUMP! Nissan fixed the pump and everything, but I am still upset that this happened to my newer car. I’m also upset that any warning lights didn’t come on, it just died. Luckily it didn’t fail in the middle of the road or there could have been a huge wreck.