2020 Nissan Altima | 2021 Nissan Altima — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
Published March 5, 2021 · Recall initiated: March 4, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V138000, published March 5, 2021 and initiated March 4, 2021. Recalling firm: Nissan North America, Inc.; 2020 Nissan Altima | 2021 Nissan Altima — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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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Recall details
- Brand
- NISSAN
- Model
- ALTIMA
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2020 NISSAN ALTIMA | 2021 NISSAN ALTIMA
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Nissan Altima | 2021 Nissan Altima — Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V138000 on March 5, 2021. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NISSAN. Model: ALTIMA.