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Recall 21V-138

Nissan North America, Inc. recalled the 2020 to 2021 Nissan Altima: Steering (linkages, tie rod assembly).

At a glance

Campaign number
21V-138
Reported
March 4, 2021
Vehicles affected
2,407 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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-[removed]. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles