Nissan Versa Fuse Box: Location & Guide
TL;DR
Every Versa sedan has an under-hood engine fuse box and a driver-side interior fuse panel behind a small cover; use the lid diagram or owner's manual for exact fuse numbers on your model year.
Where the Nissan Versa fuse boxes are located
Across all three North American generations, the Versa sedan keeps the same basic layout: one fuse and relay box in the engine bay, and one fuse panel inside the cabin. The engine bay box sits at the back corner of the compartment, close to the battery, under a black plastic lid usually held by clips or small tabs. The interior box is mounted low in the driver's footwell, behind a plastic kick panel to the left of the brake pedal, near where the hood-release lever is located; on some model years it is tucked slightly higher, under the left edge of the dashboard.
| Generation / years | Fuse box | Location | How to access |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st gen (2007-2012) | Engine compartment | Rear corner of engine bay, next to the battery | Unclip or unscrew the black plastic lid; lid has a printed fuse diagram |
| 1st gen (2007-2012) | Interior | Driver's footwell, left of the brake pedal | Pull off the lower kick-panel cover by hand (no tools usually needed) |
| 2nd gen (2012-2019) | Engine compartment | Rear corner of engine bay, near the battery | Release the edge clips and lift the cover straight up |
| 2nd gen (2012-2019) | Interior | Driver's footwell, under left dash edge | Open the small hinged or snap-fit door by hand |
| 3rd gen (2020-present) | Engine compartment | Rear corner of engine bay, adjacent to battery | Unclip the cover; diagram is molded or printed on its underside |
| 3rd gen (2020-present) | Interior | Driver's footwell, behind kick panel | Pull the panel toward you to unclip it, no tools required |
Where the official fuse legend lives
Do not rely on memorized fuse numbers for this model: they shift between trims and model years within the same generation. The authoritative source is always the diagram printed (or molded) on the inside of each fuse box lid, plus the fuse and relay chapter of the owner's manual, which lists every circuit name against its box and slot.
Fuses that most commonly cause problems
- Cigarette lighter / 12V accessory outlet - blows most often from phone chargers or aftermarket devices left plugged in or shorted.
- Radio / infotainment - a blown circuit here kills the display and audio but should not affect engine operation.
- Interior lights (dome, map lights) - a dead dome light with working headlights usually traces to this circuit.
- Blower motor (HVAC fan) - when the climate control fan stops on all speeds, this fuse or its relay is a common cause.
- Fuel pump relay/fuse - if the engine cranks but will not start, or dies immediately after starting, check this circuit first.
Checking and replacing a fuse safely
Turn the ignition off first. Pull the suspect fuse straight out with the plastic fuse-puller tool usually clipped inside the fuse box lid, or with fine-nose pliers. Hold it up to the light: a blown fuse shows a broken or melted metal strip inside the clear plastic body. A test light or multimeter across the two prongs with the key on gives a more certain answer than a visual check alone. Replace only with a fuse of the identical amperage rating printed on the lid diagram - never a higher rating, which can allow a wiring fault to overheat and start a fire. If the same fuse blows again shortly after replacement, stop: that pattern points to a short circuit or failing component downstream, not a worn-out fuse, and further driving risks damage or fire. Reading stored diagnostic trouble codes at that point is often the fastest way to pinpoint which circuit is shorting before more parts or wiring get damaged.
Summary
| Engine bay fuse box | Rear corner of engine compartment, next to the battery |
|---|---|
| Interior fuse box | Driver's footwell, left of the brake pedal, behind kick panel |
| Trunk fuse box | None - Versa sedan has no separate trunk fuse box |
| Official fuse legend | Diagram on the inside of each fuse box lid, plus owner's manual fuse chapter |
| Most common problem fuses | 12V outlet, radio/infotainment, interior lights, blower motor, fuel pump relay |
| Fuse replacement rule | Match the exact amperage on the lid diagram - never install a higher rating |
| Repeat blown fuse | Signals a short circuit; stop swapping fuses and check for stored diagnostic codes |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Nissan Versa: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the interior fuse box on a Nissan Versa?
On every Versa sedan generation (2007-2012, 2012-2019, 2020-present) the interior fuse panel is in the driver's footwell, behind a small pull-off or hinged kick-panel cover to the left of the brake pedal, near the hood-release handle. No tools are usually needed to remove the cover.
Does the Nissan Versa sedan have a fuse box in the trunk?
No. The Versa sedan uses only two fuse boxes across all generations - one in the engine compartment near the battery, and one inside the cabin in the driver's footwell. There is no separate trunk-mounted fuse box on this model.
Why does my Nissan Versa 12V outlet or cigarette lighter fuse keep blowing?
A 12V accessory outlet fuse that blows repeatedly is usually caused by a shorted or faulty phone charger, dash cam, or other plugged-in accessory rather than the outlet itself. If a freshly replaced fuse of the correct amperage blows again almost immediately, suspect a wiring short rather than the fuse, and have the circuit tested rather than continuing to swap fuses.
How do I know which fuse controls a specific circuit on my Versa?
Check the diagram printed or molded on the inside of the fuse box lid (both the engine-bay box and the interior box have one), or the fuse and relay chapter of the owner's manual for your specific model year, since exact fuse numbers and amperages change between years and trims even within the same generation.