The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·12V494000·Announced 2012-10-10

Nissan Recalls 2012-2013 Altima Vehicles for Loose Suspension Bolts

Nissan is recalling 13,919 Altima vehicles because suspension and steering bolts may not be torqued correctly, risking vehicle control loss.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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/steering bolts) that could lead to a loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured between May 10, 2012, and July 26, 2012. The recall covers 13,919 vehicles that may have been equipped with transverse link bolts and power steering rack bolts that were not torqued to the proper specification.

The affected bolts could become loose and fall out, which may lead to a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash. This defect involves the suspension and steering components of the vehicle.

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the bolts to the proper torque specifications. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2012. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service 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 — Suspension & Steering
Hazard
Affected units
13,919

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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