Recall
Nissan Altima — 21V138000
NHTSA ID
21V138000
Make
Nissan
Model
Altima
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2021-03-04
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
2,407
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
PC795
Summary
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.
Consequence
A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.