Recall 17V637 affects 1,119 2012 Nissan Versa vehicles for front coil springs that corrode and fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 1,119 2012 Versa hatchbacks under recall 17V637 because road salt can corrode the front coil springs until a spring fractures. A broken spring can hit and puncture a tire, which raises crash risk, and the Nissan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front coil springs on the 2012 Nissan Versa are part of the front suspension. Each spring supports the weight over a front wheel and compresses over bumps, helping keep the tire planted on the road. The spring also works with the strut, which controls bounce after the spring moves.
On affected Versa hatchbacks, road salt can collect around the front coil springs. Salt attacks the steel, and corrosion weakens the spring until it fractures. A broken front spring no longer supports that corner of the car correctly, and the loose or sharp broken end can interfere with nearby suspension or tire components.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the spring has already cracked or broken, an owner can notice a lower front corner, new clunking from the front suspension, or a rougher ride over bumps.
Who's affected?
| 2012 Nissan Versa | front suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1,119 |
Not every 2012 Nissan Versa is on the list. 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 crash risk. Drive cautiously until your VIN is checked and the repair is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Nissan Versa is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to ask whether the free front coil-spring replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 17V637 when you call, and mention that road salt can corrode and fracture the front coil springs.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one to you. Owner letters were mailed on December 6, 2017.
- Call Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261 with questions about dealer scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
Nissan's remedy is to replace both front coil springs at no charge. At the dealer, a Nissan technician removes the original front coil springs, checks the surrounding suspension area, and installs replacement springs covered by the recall. The source remedy says the recall began December 6, 2017, and that Nissan notifies owners. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the dealer repair is available for the VIN.
Timeline
| October 11, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 6, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V637?
Recall 17V637 covers 1,119 2012 Nissan Versa Hatchback vehicles sold or ever registered in road-salt states and the District of Columbia. Road salt can corrode the front coil springs. If a spring fractures, it can contact and puncture a tire, increasing crash risk. Nissan dealers replace both front coil springs for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Nissan Versa is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Versa is included in recall 17V637. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule replacement of both front coil springs. Reference recall number 17V637000 when you call. The dealer 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 any franchised Nissan dealer. The recall repair began December 6, 2017.
Is it safe to drive my 2012 Nissan Versa before the repair?
A front coil spring fracture can contact the tire and puncture it, increasing crash risk. This recall does not include a do-not-drive order, but you should confirm your VIN and schedule the free spring replacement with a Nissan dealer as soon as your vehicle is included.
What if I bought my Nissan Versa used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Versa is included, especially if it was sold or ever registered in a road-salt state or the District of Columbia.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V637000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V637 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V637000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →