NISSAN VERSA (2021) recall — Steering
Nissan recalls 2021 Versa vehicles with potential power steering failure. Intermittent electrical connection in steering torque sensor may cause loss of power steering assist, increasing crash risk. Owners must have steering column inspected by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Loss of power steering assist can increase the steering effort required, especially at low speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Nissan is recalling certain 2021 Versa vehicles due to a potential power steering failure. This could increase steering effort at low speeds and raise crash risk. Affected vehicles need a free dealer inspection to check and replace the steering column if necessary. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80609-nissan-2021-versa-steering-recall-power-steering-failure-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80609-nissan-2021-versa-steering-recall-power-steering-failure-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V693000
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“Nissan 2021 Versa Steering Recall: Power Steering Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80609-nissan-2021-versa-steering-recall-power-steering-failure-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #22V693000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V693000).
Why it’s dangerous
An intermittent electrical connection in the power steering torque sensor can disable power steering assist. This makes steering more difficult, especially at low speeds, and increases the chance of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021 Nissan Versa vehicles are affected. Drivers who frequently steer at low speeds or in tight spaces may face higher risk due to potential power steering failure.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2021 Nissan Versa has the specific steering column torque sensor lot code mentioned in the recall notice. The recall affects vehicles with certain model years and configurations.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Nissan Customer Service
Call 1-800-867-7669 to confirm your vehicle is affected and schedule a dealer inspection.
Have Steering Column Inspected
Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor and replace it if necessary at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code, and replace the column, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PMA10 / PMA25.
Questions people ask
Why is my 2021 Versa being recalled?
The recall is for a potential power steering failure due to an intermittent electrical connection in the steering torque sensor, which could increase steering effort and crash risk.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it's a 2021 Nissan Versa with the specific steering column torque sensor lot code mentioned in the recall notice.
What should I do if I own a recalled vehicle?
Contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 to schedule a free dealer inspection for the steering column.
Contact Nissan
We’ve drafted a message you can send Nissan to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V693000 — Nissan Nissan Hello, I own a Nissan that is covered by recall 22V693000 from Nissan. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code, and replace the column, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PMA10 / PMA25. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V693000 (September 15, 2022)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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