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NHTSA recall 07E087000

Exterior Lighting · Genera Corporation

October 25, 2007report date
4,654units affected
Equipment recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Certain tyc halogen type headlamp assemblies p/n 20-6644-00 sold as aftermarket equipment for 2005-2006 Nissan altima passenger vehicles. The photometric were misaligned which does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Why it matters: Misalignment of the lights diminishes frontal illumination which could result in a vehicle crash.

The fix: Genera will notify owners and offer to repurchase the noncompliant lamps. The recall began on October 25, 2007. Owners can contact genera at 714-522-6688.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2005 Nissan Altima, 2006 Nissan Altima, year not stated Tyc 20-6644-00.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 07E087000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.