At the shop, Nissan tire-related issues have a recognizable signature. 285 documented complaints across 48 year-model entries from 2005 to 2023 is consistent with what we see come in. Complaint volume is spread across the lineup rather than parked on one bad year. That's the signature of a platform or supplier issue, not a single-year flub. 5 injury reports on the record — not a category to wave off. Across the 72 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 32,092 miles. Repair cost runs around $150 on average — relatively low for an aggregated category. Drive it across the conditions it will actually see — heat, cold, highway, stop-and-go. Pattern complaints surface under load, not in the dealer parking lot.
ProblemsByVin NISSAN / TIRES
48 model-year entries · 2005–2023
Nissan tires problems
285 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Nissan vehicles for tires issues. 1 active recall campaign. See tires across all makes →
Complaints
285
Recalls
1
Year-models
48
Avg fix
$150
7crashes
1fire
5injuries
Worst-affected Nissan model-years for tires Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2005 Nissan Altima
19 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2009 Nissan Versa
17 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Nissan Versa
15 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2005 Nissan Maxima
15 complaints · ~$150 severe
2009 Nissan Altima
10 complaints · ~$150 severe
2008 Nissan Versa
10 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Nissan Altima
9 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Nissan Rogue
9 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Nissan Titan
9 complaints · ~$150 severe
2006 Nissan Maxima
9 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2009 Nissan Murano
8 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2007 Nissan Sentra
8 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Nissan Sentra
7 complaints · ~$150 severe
2007 Nissan Quest
7 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Nissan Altima
7 complaints · ~$150 severe
2005 Nissan Titan
7 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2008 Nissan Maxima
6 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2019 Nissan Altima
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2012 Nissan Rogue
5 complaints · 1 recall · ~$150 moderate
2012 Nissan Quest
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2006 Nissan Xterra
5 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2023 Nissan Rogue
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2019 Nissan Titan
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2013 Nissan NV200
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
2010 Nissan Altima
4 complaints · ~$150 moderate
Active recalls — Nissan tires 5 on file
Nissan North America is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima vehicles manufactured March 21, 2012, through March 26, 2013
Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 murano and rogue vehicles, manufactured from november 23, 2011 through january 11, 2012
A non-active TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
Fix: All of the affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers have been instructed to activate all of the tire pressure monitoring systems.
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A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace all four road tires, or inspect and replace the spare tire assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC973 and PC974.
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Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC798.
Nissan North America, Inc
Over cured tires can result in a sidewall break causing a sudden loss of air or the tread separating from the tire. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle's tires to see if they are affected, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-8677669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC765.
Common questions
How many Nissan tires complaints are on file with NHTSA?
285 complaints across 48 model-year entries from 2005 to 2023. 1 active recall campaigns cover tires issues across the Nissan lineup.
Which Nissan model has the most tires complaints?
The 2005 Nissan Altima leads with 19 complaints in this category. Next: 2009 Versa (17) and 2007 Versa (15).
What does it cost to fix Nissan tires problems?
Independent shops average $150 for tires repairs across the Nissan lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Nissan tires recalls?
Yes — 5 active recall campaigns cover tires on Nissan vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Nissan.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.