2021 NISSAN Altima Recalls

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Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.

NHTSA 21V138000

Report Date

04/03/2021

Component

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer

Nissan North America, Inc.

Consequence: A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

NHTSA 23V628000

Report Date

08/09/2023

Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer

Nissan North America, Inc.

Consequence: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2021 NISSAN Altima have?

The 2021 NISSAN Altima currently has 2 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2021 NISSAN Altima recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2021 NISSAN Altima vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local NISSAN dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2021 NISSAN Altima has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.