Nissan Versa ABS Wheel Speed Sensor in US

Your Nissan Versa ABS wheel speed sensor is the component that makes anti-lock braking possible on your Versa. It monitors the rotational speed of each wheel in real time and sends that data to the Nissan Versa ABS control module, which uses it to prevent wheel lockup during emergency stops. When a sensor fails on your Versa, your ABS loses the input it needs. On wet, icy, or gravel road surfaces, the difference between a controlled stop and a skid can come down to whether your Nissan Versa wheel speed data is reaching the module.

What Is the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on Your Nissan Versa

The ABS wheel speed sensor on the Nissan Versa is an electromagnetic or Hall-effect sensor mounted near each wheel hub or bearing assembly of your Versa. It generates an electronic signal as a toothed reluctor ring rotates past it, producing a frequency the Versa ABS module interprets as wheel speed. On most modern Nissan Versa vehicles, this same data feeds the traction control system, electronic stability control, and electronic brake force distribution, making a functioning wheel speed sensor critical to the safe operation of multiple Versa systems simultaneously.

Signs of a Failing ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on the Nissan Versa

• ABS warning light on your Nissan Versa dashboard, the most common first indicator of a failing sensor
• Traction control or stability control warning light illuminated alongside the Versa ABS light
• ABS activating on your Nissan Versa during normal stops at low speed where it should not engage
• Complete ABS deactivation on the Versa, wheels lock under hard braking on wet or icy roads
• Speedometer on your Nissan Versa reading erratically or dropping to zero at speed
• Fault codes in the C0035 to C0050 range stored in the Nissan Versa ABS control module

Passive vs. Active ABS Sensors for the Nissan Versa

GeoBrakes stocks both passive and active ABS wheel speed sensors for the Nissan Versa. Passive sensors use an analog signal and are found on older Versa vehicles and many trucks still in service. Active Hall-effect sensors require a small power supply and output a clean digital signal, offering greater accuracy at very low speeds. Active sensors are standard on most Nissan Versa vehicles manufactured after the mid-2000s and are required for full compatibility with modern Versa traction and stability control systems.

Why GeoBrakes for the Nissan Versa ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Signal accuracy matters as much as fitment with Nissan Versa wheel speed sensors. A sensor that generates the correct frequency for your Versa ABS module ensures consistent ABS calibration, proper traction control thresholds, and accurate stability control response on your Nissan Versa. Every sensor in the GeoBrakes catalogue is matched to the Nissan Versa through our vehicle selector, with front and rear positions listed separately to eliminate position errors on your Versa.

Frequently Asked Questions - Nissan Versa ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Can I drive my Nissan Versa with a faulty ABS wheel speed sensor?

You can drive the Nissan Versa with a failed ABS sensor, but the anti-lock braking system on your Versa will be completely disabled. On icy or wet American roads, this significantly increases stopping distances and the risk of losing steering control during hard braking on your Nissan Versa. Replacing a failed sensor promptly is strongly recommended, particularly before winter.

How do I find the right ABS sensor for my Nissan Versa?

Use the GeoBrakes vehicle selector and enter the Nissan Versa year, make, and model. The system displays only the sensors confirmed to fit the Nissan Versa, with front and rear positions listed separately. Select the position matching the sensor you are replacing on your Versa to avoid receiving the wrong unit.

Do I need to replace all four ABS sensors on my Nissan Versa at the same time?

No. ABS wheel speed sensors on the Nissan Versa are independent components and only the failed unit needs to be replaced. However, if your Versa has high mileage and one sensor has failed, it is worth visually inspecting the connectors on the other Nissan Versa sensors for corrosion while the wheel is removed.