NHTSA Recall 11V371000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V371000; Date: Jul. 19, 2011
If the bolt comes out completely, the driver may experience difficulty controlling the direction of the vehicle which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Nissan Altima; 2012 Nissan Altima
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Nissan North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 20,000
Recall Summary:
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Nissan altima sedan vehicles manufactured from April 25, 2011, through June 10, 2011 at the canton, mississippi plant. The transverse link bolt may not have been torqued to the proper specification. This condition could cause the bolt to become loose while the vehicle is being driven, creating a rattling noise and vibration.
How to Fix:
Nissan will replace the transverse link bolts and nuts and tighten them to the proper torque specification free of charge. The safety recall began on August 8, 2011. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 8, 2011
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