NHTSA recall 08V-363 (08V363000)

suspension recall reported July 31, 2008 - about 1,018 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 08V363000
Also written as: 08V-363
Reported: July 31, 2008
Vehicles affected: ~1,018
Component: suspension

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

IF THE BOLT WERE TO COME OUT, THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE DIRECTION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

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.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 08V-363 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Nissan Altima - 2008

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