Steering Is Tight problems of the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely tight and difficult to turn left and right as the failure progressed. The contact stated that the strut tower was fraturing and seperating from the frame due to extensive rust and corrosion associated with the left side of the vehicle near the front right and left wheel wells. The contact was included in NHTSA campaign id number: 11v244000 (steering , suspension). The dealer stated that the defect was too extensive to replace the components. An independent inspector was sent from the manufacturer who indicated that the recall repair was approved to be completed. The vehicle was not repaired and the contact had no resolution from the dealer because they indicated that the vehicle was not safe to repair after putting the vehicle on a lift. The contact was also included in NHTSA campaign id number: 14v361000 (air bags) but was unable to determine for months, if the dealer completed the recal repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. Dyd.