NHTSA Recall 20V315000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V315000; Date: May. 28, 2020
corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. if the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Nissan Altima; 2014 Nissan Altima; 2015 Nissan Altima; 2016 Nissan Altima; 2017 Nissan Altima; 2018 Nissan Altima
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Manufactured by: Nissan North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,831,818
Recall Summary:
nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 nissan altima vehicles. if the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch may corrode over time.
How to Fix:
the remedy for this recall is still under development. nissan will provide an interim notice to instruct owners how to properly maintain the latch and include a reminder to fully close the hood and engage the primary hood latch each time before driving. this recall is expected to begin june 22, 2020. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. note: recall 16v-029 remains open for any unremedied 2013-2015 altimas and this recall applies to all vehicles covered by 16v-029 even if those repairs have already been performed.
Recall 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.
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