Wheel & Tire complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2020 | 3 | 5% | — |
| 2019 | 1 | 4% | — |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% | 103,000 miles |
| 2017 | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2016 | 5 | 6% | 9,000 miles |
| 2015 | 4 | 2% | 40,000 miles |
| 2014 | 5 | 2% | 56,000 miles |
| 2013 | 4 | 2% | 47,000 miles |
| 2012 | 7 | 1% | 28,000 miles |
| 2011 | 7 | 3% | 59,000 miles |
| 2010 | 11 | 4% | 37,000 miles |
| 2009 | 39 | 8% | 40,000 miles |
| 2008 | 27 | 7% | 49,000 miles |
| 2007 | 28 | 8% | 35,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
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.
Stock road tires are 205x55/16 - diameter of 24.9". Stock spare tire is 125x70/15 - diameter of 21.9". The spare tire is 3" smaller than the road tire or 17.9% smaller. Checking other marques, the spare typically is less than 7% smaller and some web sites say 3% is a good limit. I am aware of the 50 mile, 55 mph limits. Is it safe to put the spare tire on a front wheel position of this FWD car? NissanUSA refers all questions to the local dealer who says no problem. Thank you.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa equipped with nexen nprz ah5 tires, size: 185/65r15 (na). The contact stated that all four tires experienced tread separation from the belt. While driving 70 MPH and approaching a stop, the vehicle began to shake. The vehicle was taken to classic Nissan of texoma (located at 2010 n, us-75, denison, tx 75020, [phone]) where it was diagnosed that all four tires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Customer complaint after nexen replaced their tires the car was still unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dot number was not available. The vehicle failure mileage was 33,000 and the tire failure mileage was 212.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa equipped with Bridgestone, tire line: ecopia, and tire size: 195/55r16. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, he discovered that there was a bubble on the side wall of the front driver side tire. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the tire needed to be replaced. The tire was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure and mileage of the tire and the vehicle was 3,069. The VIN was not available.
I rented a car from dollar car rental. As I was driving at the posted speed limit, the tire tread separated from the tire. I have contacted both the rental car and the tire manufacturer. The tire manufacturer did not even acknowledge receipt of my correspondence. I know this has been a problem in the past. I have asked the rental car company for car maintenance records to help determine whether it was a maintenance issue or a tire issue. When I rented the car, it had approximately 36,000 miles. I look forward to understanding how I file a report of this potentially very dangerous issue.
While driving I noticed a loud humming noise starting at 40 MPH and later determined that the wheel bearings would need to be replaced . Upon researching the issue I discovered that this is a common issue among this model of car starting as early as 10K miles. My mechanic also stated that it is unusual for this part to be replaced so early in the life of the vehicle but if the part in question would have experienced a total failure the entire wheel falls off of the vehicle.
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 Nissan Versa. While driving approximately 15 MPH uphill, the contact encountered a steep curve and crashed into a ditch. The air bags deployed. The contact sustained injuries that did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed by the insurance company. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V507000 (service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 22,000. Updated 02/05/16 the consumer stated the tires did not hold air. Updated 02/10/16.
Tire purchased from dealership 1 year ago, tire tread separated, nearly causing blowout, while in motion on highway. Had I not taken precautions I could have been killed. Precautions taken due to on the job safety professional driving skills. Tires are called nexen and are sold by Nissan dealership in corpus christi, texas. Dot # dot8elx
Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Versa years have wheel & tire problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2009 (39), 2007 (28), 2008 (27), 2010 (11) and 2011 (7) model years. Wheel & Tire complaints make up 8% of all complaints for the 2009.
Is there a recall for Nissan Versa wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for any Nissan Versa model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Nissan Versa wheel & tire problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 42,000 miles; 59% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the pressure monitoring and regulating systems (31 mentions), followed by the hub (4).
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.