2017 Nissan Altima | 2015 Nissan Altima | 2016 Nissan Altima — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
Published January 23, 2017 · Recall initiated: January 18, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V040000, published January 23, 2017 and initiated January 18, 2017. Recalling firm: Nissan North America, Inc.; 2017 Nissan Altima | 2015 Nissan Altima | 2016 Nissan Altima — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch.
What's the hazard
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altima vehicles. The rear door latch/lock cable on the vehicles may have been improperly routed. As a result, lowering a rear window may inadvertently cause that door to unlatch and open.
What to do
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear door latch/lock cable routing, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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Recall details
- Brand
- NISSAN
- Model
- ALTIMA
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2017 NISSAN ALTIMA | 2015 NISSAN ALTIMA | 2016 NISSAN ALTIMA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Nissan Altima | 2015 Nissan Altima | 2016 Nissan Altima — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V040000 on January 23, 2017. Reported hazard: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altima vehicles. The rear door latch/lock cable on the vehicles may have been improperly routed. As a result, lowering a rear window may inadvertently cause that door to unlatch and open.
What should I do if I have this product?
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear door latch/lock cable routing, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service 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.