Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 21V-138 · 2020–2021 Nissan Altima
Nissan North America, Inc. recall 21V-138 covers 2,407 2020–2021 Nissan Altima for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on March 4, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q4) shows 94% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V138000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
94%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.