At the shop, Nissan wheel-bearing and hub issues have a recognizable signature. 131 documented complaints across 28 year-model entries from 2005 to 2022 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. 6 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Repair cost runs around $400 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 / WHEELS
28 model-year entries · 2005–2022
Nissan wheels problems
131 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Nissan vehicles for wheels issues. 1 active recall campaign. See wheels across all makes →
Complaints
131
Recalls
1
Year-models
28
Avg fix
$400
6crashes
1injury
Worst-affected Nissan model-years for wheels 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
2006 Nissan 350Z
12 complaints · ~$400 severe
2009 Nissan Murano
11 complaints · ~$400 severe
2008 Nissan Versa
9 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2015 Nissan Altima
7 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2014 Nissan Altima
6 complaints · ~$400 severe
2007 Nissan Versa
6 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2007 Nissan 350Z
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2005 Nissan 350Z
5 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2022 Nissan Pathfinder
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2015 Nissan Versa Note
4 complaints · ~$400 severe
2015 Nissan NV200
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2014 Nissan Versa
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2014 Nissan Rogue
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2009 Nissan Altima
4 complaints · 1 recall · ~$400 moderate
2009 Nissan Cube
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2008 Nissan Altima
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2006 Nissan Murano
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2006 Nissan Titan
4 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2017 Nissan Altima
3 complaints · ~$400 severe
2017 Nissan Sentra
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2017 Nissan Rogue
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2016 Nissan Altima
3 complaints · ~$400 severe
2013 Nissan Sentra
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2013 Nissan Pathfinder
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
2013 Nissan Frontier
3 complaints · ~$400 moderate
Active recalls — Nissan wheels 3 on file
Nissan North America, Inc
The wheel vibration may break the wheel studs and cause the wheel assembly to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel nuts and replace any incorrect ones, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC799.
Nissan is recalling 3,403 my 2009 altima vehicles equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels
If the lug nuts become loose, it could eventually result in a loss of control and a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if it is equipped with one of the affected wheels. If it is, the wheels will be replaced with new ones that have been manufactured to the correct specification. The recall is expected to begin during september 2008. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan North America, Inc
If the lug nut becomes loose from not being properly tightened, it may fall off, allowing the other lug nuts to become loose, possibly resulting in a wheel separation, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten any loose lug nuts to the correct specification, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of June 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Common questions
How many Nissan wheels complaints are on file with NHTSA?
131 complaints across 28 model-year entries from 2005 to 2022. 1 active recall campaigns cover wheels issues across the Nissan lineup.
Which Nissan model has the most wheels complaints?
The 2006 Nissan 350Z leads with 12 complaints in this category. Next: 2009 Murano (11) and 2008 Versa (9).
What does it cost to fix Nissan wheels problems?
Independent shops average $400 for wheels 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 wheels recalls?
Yes — 3 active recall campaigns cover wheels 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.