CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The tie rod ball joint fastener on the steering linkage was not tightened properly at the factory. Over time, the tie rod ball joint could detach from the steering knuckle.
If the tie rod ball joint detaches, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the vehicle checked promptly.
The repair is free. Dealers will tighten the left and right tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners where needed. Owners will be notified by Nissan, or you can contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Check your VIN for any open recalls, and reference Nissan recall PC795 when you call.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Nissan Altima | 20202021 |
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