Recall 21V138000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY Defect in 2020-2021 NISSAN ALTIMA
RECALL This recall affects up to 2,407 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 21V138000 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 2,407 |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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