Recall 20V112 affects 46 2020 Nissan Versa vehicles for fuel-tank leaks from thin tank walls. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 46 2020 Versa sedans because a manufacturing issue left some fuel tank walls too thin, allowing a small hole to form near the tank seam. When the tank is filled over half full, fuel can leak and increase the risk of fire; Nissan dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The fuel tank on the 2020 Nissan Versa stores gasoline under the rear of the vehicle and keeps it contained while the car is parked or moving. Its plastic walls and joined edge, called the seam, have to stay thick enough and sealed so fuel stays inside the tank instead of escaping into the rear, lower area.
On affected Versas, a supplier blow mold machine failure left certain tanks with wall thickness that was too low. Wall thickness means the amount of plastic between the fuel and the outside of the tank. That thin area, combined with the burr trimming process used after molding, created a small hole along the tank seam.
What you notice is fuel odor. Nissan says a leak is detectable by a strong fuel smell in the rear of the vehicle, which points to gasoline escaping from the tank area.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Nissan Versa | fuel system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 46 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific sedan.
What's the safety risk?
A small fuel tank hole can let fuel leak when the tank is filled above half full, increasing the risk of a fire. A strong fuel smell near the rear of the vehicle is the warning sign. If you smell fuel, park safely and call a Nissan dealer for repair guidance. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Nissan Versa is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free fuel tank replacement that corrects the thin tank wall and fuel-leak risk.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 20V112 when you call.
- Avoid filling the tank over half full until the fuel tank is replaced.
- Call Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 with questions about scheduling or dealer availability.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician replaces the fuel tank on the affected 2020 Versa. The replacement tank, parts, and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the subject vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork for the fuel tank issue.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 26, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 27, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| February 27, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 23, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 6, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V112?
Recall 20V112 covers 46 2020 Nissan Versa vehicles with fuel tanks that have insufficient wall thickness near the tank joint area. A small hole can allow a fuel leak when the tank is filled over half full, increasing fire risk. Nissan dealers will replace the fuel tank for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Nissan Versa is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2020 Nissan Versa is included in recall 20V112. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the fuel tank replacement. Reference recall number 20V112 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. For recall 20V112, Nissan dealers will replace the affected fuel tank free of charge at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2020 Nissan Versa before the repair?
The recall record does not include a do-not-drive order. The stated risk is a fuel leak when the tank is filled over half full, increasing fire risk. Until the fuel tank is replaced, ask the Nissan dealer for guidance before driving to the appointment.
What if I bought my Nissan Versa used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2020 Nissan Versa is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall number 20V112.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V112000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-867-7669 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V112 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V112000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →