NHTSA recall 12V494000
Steering, Suspension · Nissan North America, Inc.
October 10, 2012report date
13,919units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: These vehicles may have been equipped with transverse link bolts and power steering rack bolts that were not torqued to proper specification.
Why it matters: The affected bolts could become loose and fall out which may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the bolts to the proper torque specifications. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2012.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2012 Nissan Altima, 2013 Nissan Altima.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V494000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.