Recall 15V573 affects 218,019 2007-2012 Nissan Versa vehicles for front coil springs that can corrode and fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 218,019 2007-2012 Versa vehicles in salt-belt states because road salt can corrode the front coil springs until they fracture. A broken spring can contact and puncture a tire, increasing crash risk; Nissan dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front coil springs on 2007-2012 Nissan Versa vehicles are heavy steel springs in the front suspension. They hold up the front of the vehicle, absorb road impacts, and help keep the tire in proper contact with the road as the suspension moves.
On affected Versa vehicles, the spring supplier's process left some springs with an inadequate protective coating, low internal stress in the metal, or both. In states where road salt is used, salt and moisture can corrode the spring over time. As the metal weakens, the front coil spring can fracture instead of carrying the load cleanly.
There is no warning sign before failure. Once a spring has fractured, an owner can notice the front of the vehicle sitting differently or hear a new noise from the front suspension, which is the broken spring moving under load.
Who's affected?
Spans six Versa model years, all tied to the same front suspension coil spring component.
| 2012 Nissan Versa | front suspension |
|---|---|
| 2011 Nissan Versa | front suspension |
| 2010 Nissan Versa | front suspension |
| 2009 Nissan Versa | front suspension |
| 2008 Nissan Versa | front suspension |
| 2007 Nissan Versa | front suspension |
| Units affected | 218,019 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fractured front coil spring can contact the tire, puncture it, and increase the risk of a crash. Because no warning sign is listed, treat suspected spring or tire damage as a reason to stop using the vehicle and call a dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2012 Nissan Versa is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free front coil spring replacement that fixes the salt-corroded springs before a fractured spring reaches the tire.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it, and reference recall number 15V573 when you call.
- Avoid rough roads and high speeds until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if the front suspension makes noise or a tire loses air.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician replaces both front coil springs on the affected Versa. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. This repair addresses front coil springs that can corrode from road salt and fracture. If you paid out of pocket before the owner notice for the same front spring repair, Nissan's reimbursement notice covers vehicles no longer under warranty. Keep the repair order and payment receipt, and ask Nissan customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 10, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| September 14, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| February 2, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V573?
Recall 15V573 covers 218,019 2007-2012 Nissan Versa vehicles with front coil springs that can corrode from road salt and fracture. If a spring fractures, it can contact and puncture a tire, increasing crash risk. Nissan dealers will replace both front coil springs for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2012 Nissan Versa is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Versa is included in recall 15V573. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule replacement of both front coil springs. Reference recall number 15V573 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, and Nissan will replace both front coil springs free of charge at a franchised Nissan dealer. Parts and labor are covered for vehicles included in recall 15V573.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V573?
The safety risk is tire damage from a fractured front coil spring. Road salt can corrode the spring until it breaks. If the broken spring contacts the tire, it can puncture the tire and increase crash risk.
What if I bought my Nissan Versa used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Because recall 15V573 covers Versa vehicles sold or ever registered in named road-salt areas, check your VIN even if you bought the car used or moved states.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V573000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V573 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V573000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →