2012 Nissan Versa Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 5%of 486 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the steering of the 2012 Nissan Versa, 5% of the 486 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,500 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I dismissed the pull I felt while driving my new Nissan Versa since feb. 2012 as being new to driving on mountainous roads.... But after having a major scare this weekend where my steering went completely out I am not sure if it is not all connected. When driving I can not let my hands off the wheel at all with out it significantly moving towards the next lane/curb. …”
NHTSA complaint #10463873, filed 2012-07, 9,800 miles“The car suddenly stopped while I was driving. I had no control of brakes or steering. It coasted to a stop. I contacted ktnv channel 13 investigative news and they filmed me and my story. The episode aired last night and today. I have two 2012 Versa's; the other one did not do this. They are my twins cars; I try to drive one every two weeks to make sure everything is ok. The vehicle was definitely in motion when this happened; had just exited the interstate.”
NHTSA complaint #11004976, filed 2017-07, 52,000 miles“The car seems to have very loose steering or is really out of alignment. Feels like I am being buffeted by a strong wind. The steering wheel doesn't move, but the car pulls left and right. Especially at higher speeds, it is a struggle to keep in the lane. Different road surfaces add to the movement. I have taken it back to the dealership and have been told there is no problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10454011, filed 2012-04, 10 miles“When driving down the highway, my Versa went into neutral but the shift still said d for drive, had no acceleration took to dealer and they passed it off as nothing because nothing read on the computer system and they basically said in a round about way I'm a woman are you sure you didn't bump it into neutral? Then a month later had it back as it did the same thing but this time I was going 25 MPH. Hooked it up to the computer again and there was nothing reading and reset the computer system. …”
NHTSA complaint #10522513, filed 2013-06, 15,000 miles“I pulled up to a pump at a gas station, got out and went in the store to get a drink. Came back out and my car had locked up. The steering and brakes were both locked. Thank god I wasn't in motion when this happened. The car would not accelerate. I cut the car off and let it sit there before trying to start it again. It cranks but never turns over. There is a battery light, brake light, ps light and oil light on the dash. I researched it and everything indicated a bad alternator. I bought a Nissan alternator and put it on. Still never turned over. …”
NHTSA complaint #10821401, filed 2016-01, 70,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10232652Feb 22, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10192597Jul 6, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor…
- 10192217Jul 23, 2013If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and…
- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 8% |
| 2024 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 4 | 13% |
| 2020 | 1 | 2% |
| 2019 | 2 | 8% |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% |
| 2017 | 3 | 5% |
| 2016 | 7 | 9% |
| 2015 | 20 | 12% |
| 2014 | 10 | 5% |
| 2013 | 8 | 4% |
| 2012 | 24 | 5% |
| 2011 | 21 | 8% |
| 2010 | 11 | 4% |
| 2009 | 28 | 6% |
| 2008 | 23 | 6% |
| 2007 | 22 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2012 Nissan Versa
167 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
163 complaintsOther or unknown
51 complaintsEngine
50 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsVehicle speed control
33 complaintsBrakes
32 complaintsSuspension
28 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsElectronic stability control
10 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Nissan Versa
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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