Nissan Recalls 2011-2012 Altima Sedans for Transverse Link Bolt Defect
Nissan is recalling certain 2011-2012 Altima sedans because a transverse link bolt may not be torqued correctly, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension bolt) that could result in a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Nissan Altima sedan vehicles manufactured between April 25, 2011, and June 10, 2011, at the Canton, Mississippi plant. The recall involves approximately 20,000 vehicles.
The transverse link bolt may not have been torqued to the proper specification. This condition could cause the bolt to become loose while driving, creating a rattling noise and vibration. If the bolt comes out completely, the driver may experience difficulty controlling the direction of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- NISSAN ALTIMA
- Brand
- NISSAN
- Manufacturer
- NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Category
- Vehicle — Sedan
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 20,000
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- ALTIMA
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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