2011 Nissan Altima | 2012 Nissan Altima — Suspension
Published July 25, 2011 · Recall initiated: July 19, 2011
Summary
NHTSA records recall 11V371000, published July 25, 2011 and initiated July 19, 2011. Recalling firm: Nissan North America, Inc.; 2011 Nissan Altima | 2012 Nissan Altima — Suspension.
What's the hazard
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 25, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 10, 2011 AT THE CANTON, MISSISSIPPI PLANT. THE TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE BOLT TO BECOME LOOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN, CREATING A RATTLING NOISE AND VIBRATION.
What to do
NISSAN WILL REPLACE THE TRANSVERSE LINK BOLTS AND NUTS AND TIGHTEN THEM TO THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 8, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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Recall details
- Brand
- NISSAN
- Model
- ALTIMA
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2011 NISSAN ALTIMA | 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Nissan Altima | 2012 Nissan Altima — Suspension recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 11V371000 on July 25, 2011. Reported hazard: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 25, 2011, THROUGH JUNE 10, 2011 AT THE CANTON, MISSISSIPPI PLANT. THE TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE BOLT TO BECOME LOOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN, CREATING A RATTLING NOISE AND VIBRATION.
What should I do if I have this product?
NISSAN WILL REPLACE THE TRANSVERSE LINK BOLTS AND NUTS AND TIGHTEN THEM TO THE PROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 8, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NISSAN. Model: ALTIMA.