One problem related to ball joint has been reported for the 2008 Nissan Versa. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Nissan Versa based on all problems reported for the 2008 Versa.
Exhaust system has been diagnosed with 2 separate failures requiring a weld job in order to repair. I have completed one at the cost of $200 and the second weld estimate is priced at $200. Both instances came on suddenly and without other warning. Exhaust smell occurs when car first starts and disapates after driving several miles. Each occurred at separate times. Both front ball joints have been noted by my mechanic as being looser and indicates needing replacement in the near future in order to avoid potentially fatal collision or significant additional damage to transmission, steering, etc. , systems.