Component
SUSPENSION
Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's left front suspension transverse link bolt may not have been tightened properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt comes loose, you may lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
We'll tighten the bolt to the correct specification for free, and you can schedule an appointment at your local dealership.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
NISSAN IS RECALLING 1,018 MY 2008 ALTIMA VEHICLES. THE LEFT SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE BOLT TO BECOME LOOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE BOLT WERE TO COME OUT, THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE DIRECTION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT TO SPECIFICATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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