Recall 21V138000: 2020–2021 Nissan Altima
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 4, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 2,407
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
The risk
A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V138000
- Manufacturer campaign
- PC795
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 31, 2021
- Components
- Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology