NHTSA recall 15V116000
Latches/Locks/Linkages · Nissan North America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured March 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Why it matters: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will be instructed to modify the bend angle of the hood actuation lever to eliminate potential interference with the hood inner panel. In addition, dealers will clean and lubricate the latch joint as needed. If significant corrosion is observed, the latch…
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All model years NHTSA lists
2013 Nissan Altima, 2014 Nissan Altima, 2015 Nissan Altima.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 15V116000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.