NHTSARecalled Mar 4, 2021 · #21V138000
Tie Rod Ball Joint Fastener Not Tightened Properly
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Tie Rod Ball Joint Fastener Not Tightened Properly
- 2020-2021 Nissan Altima
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Model numbers
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What you should 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.