Nissan is recalling certain 2013-2018 Altima models due to a potential issue with the hood latch. A faulty secondary latch could cause the hood to open unexpectedly while driving if the primary latch is released.
Risk if Unfixed
If the secondary latch corrodes, it may bind and stay in the unlatched position, causing the hood to open unexpectedly while driving, which could lead to a vehicle crash.
Free Fix
Nissan will notify you and replace the primary latch with a stronger release spring, add a warning label near the secondary latch, and provide instructions on how to maintain the latch mechanism, all free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 Nissan Altima vehicles. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch may corrode over time.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. If the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a stronger release spring in the hood release lever, a warning label near the secondary hood latch, and an Owners Manual addendum card with instructions on how to lubricate and maintain the secondary hood latch mechanism, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: Recall 16V-029 remains open for any unremedied 2013-2015 Altimas and this recall applies to all vehicles covered by 16V-029 even if those repairs have already been performed.
Your vehicle's hood latch might not stay closed properly, which could cause the hood to open unexpectedly while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hood opens while driving, it could increase the risk of a crash, which could harm you or others on the road.
Free Fix
Nissan will replace the hood latch with a new one, free of charge, at a dealership. They'll contact you to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured March 6, 2012, 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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
These vehicles were previously included in recalls 14V-565 and 15V-116, however the previous remedy plan may not have been performed consistently to remove the safety risk. To correct this issue, Nissan will re-notify all affected owners and dealers will replace the hood latch with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on February 17, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 14V-565 and 15V-116.
Your 2013-2015 Nissan Altima's secondary hood latch might not close properly, causing the hood to potentially open while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If that happens, you could be at risk of a car accident because the hood could open unexpectedly on the road.
Free Fix
Nissan will fix this for free by modifying the hood latch, lubricating it, and replacing the latch assembly if it's corroded. They'll notify you and schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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 assembly will be replaced. This repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 14V-565.
Your vehicle's hood latch might not stay closed properly due to interference between the hood and a latch lever, causing it to bind and stay open.
Risk if Unfixed
If the latch isn't properly closed, your hood could open unexpectedly while driving, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive a notification from Nissan, and the dealership will fix the issue for free by adjusting the latch lever, cleaning and lubricating the latch, and replacing the latch assembly if necessary.
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Original — What Happened
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured March 6, 2012, to February 28, 2013. In the affected vehicles, interference between the hood inner panel and the secondary latch lever, in combination with debris and corrosion, may cause the secondary hood latch to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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 assembly will be replaced. This repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 20, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.