Suspension complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2021 | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2020 | 3 | 5% | 0 miles |
| 2017 | 3 | 5% | 32,000 miles |
| 2016 | 3 | 4% | 30,000 miles |
| 2015 | 7 | 4% | 79,000 miles |
| 2014 | 6 | 3% | 26,000 miles |
| 2013 | 6 | 3% | 30,000 miles |
| 2012 | 28 | 6% | 57,000 miles |
| 2011 | 46 | 17% | 70,000 miles |
| 2010 | 69 | 26% | 56,000 miles |
| 2009 | 182 | 36% | 65,000 miles |
| 2008 | 70 | 18% | 62,000 miles |
| 2007 | 54 | 15% | 65,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Good afternoon This is [redacted] The car wholesale auto Naugatuck CT number We got a Nissan versa 2020 picked it up on [redacted] the car is having same issues twice it is drifting to one side mostly when braking I first got it fixed myself with new control arm in the front because the car was favoring the the passenger side and wheels would get locked we got it fixed form the dealership first then the bolts came off three weeks later the tire got dislodged we had it fixed again they extended the warranty but same problem show up again it's safety issue seems the car was In an accident on passenger side which damage the wheel rod which is wearing out the bolts and joint in the control arm and the steering and suspension.
Already having transmission problems. Car jerks and slows me dow and the steering has gotten almost unmanageable in less than 200 miles. The wheels already need alignment and I've hit no curbs. This car is another disaster from Nissan. The CVT was a terrible thing that has happened to vehicles
Tl* the contact rented a 2017 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while her son was driving at 40-46 MPH, the vehicle jerked, shook and swerved. As a result, the driver crashed into a cone. There were no warning lights illuminated. The manual side view mirrors were stuck and failed to move. The roof of vehicle had an extreme amount of dirt. There were no reported injuries. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The contact mentioned the rental company informed her the repairs would be at her own expense due to not having adequate insurance. The contact was concerned about the rental company (zezgo 3960 northwest 26th miami florida 33142) renting unsafe vehicles. The failure mileage was approximately 35,339.
With the seat belt on passenger side light pops on stating not connect, my transmission is slipping it also jumped in drive while sitting in park, an there were a recall on the springs were not fixed. This vehicle is the only one that I have
Vehicle hesitates when accelerating jerks car when getting speed when going at highway speeds car wanders back and forth hard to keep it on the road , clunking noise comes from CVT transmission when changing gears also produces severe vibrations when car is in motion getting worse and worse have been having these problems since I purchased car 1 year ago at 27,000 miles now have 70,000 miles and car is not very safe to be on the road I have replaced struts hub bearings control arms and tie rod ends along with motor and transmission mounts but the problem keeps getting worse and worse every day. Took it to local dealer and was told they couldn't do anything about it because it was out of warranty. …
When driving the car at highway speeds 65mph and over the car shifts right and left as if wind is blowing the car on both sides. The car is brand new and was purchased with 10 miles on the odometer in May of 2015. The dealership acknowledged this problem and Nissan was contacted by me at the request of the dealership. Nissan has informed me that the problems is a normal condition for this model and therefore no fix or solution is available. The main concern is that when driving at over 65 miles per hour you have to fight the steering to compensate for the shifting. The service manager at sparks/Nissan in monroe louisiana states that the model is a normal situation. If this is true then why has the sales staff not informed the customers that a situation could exist? …
The ABS light and the traction control light continuously illuminate but go on and off during car rides. The car is also making a strange rattling noise under the hood because the idler pulley system is failing. This nose persists while the car is stationary, in motion, and turning on any road condition. The car also is having a jerking motion when trying to accelerate and is slow to pick up speed. The car is hesitating when picking up speed.
The contact's daughter owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds, failed to accelerate while turning, and shuddered abnormally. The RPM remained steady with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and it was determined that the wheel bearing and continuously variable transmission (CVT) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 59,200.
Related recalls (2)
Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012 Versa Hatchback vehicles that were sold or ever registered in the District of Columbia, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania,…
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front coil springs, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Nissan (Nissan North America, Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Nissan Versa vehicles manufactured May 8, 2006, to November 12, 2012, that were sold or ever registered in the District of Columbia, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota,…
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front coil springs, free of charge. The recall began on February 2, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA investigations
Front Coil Spring Fracture
In a letter dated September 10,2015, Nissan North America,Inc. (Nissan) notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of a safety defect that may result in coil spring fracture in approximately 218,019 model year (MY) 2007 through 2012 Nissan Versa vehiclesproduced from May 8, 2006 through November12, 2012 and originally sold or ever registered in the following 22 states and the District of…
Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Versa years have suspension problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2009 (182), 2008 (70), 2010 (69), 2007 (54) and 2011 (46) model years. Suspension complaints make up 36% of all complaints for the 2009.
Is there a recall for Nissan Versa suspension problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 17V-637 (coil springs, Oct 11, 2017); 15V-573 (coil springs, Sep 14, 2015). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Nissan Versa suspension problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 62,000 miles; 32% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the front (13 mentions), followed by the front › springs › coil springs (13).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.