NHTSA recall 09V-006 (09V006000)

structure recall reported January 9, 2009 - about 225 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 09V006000
Also written as: 09V-006
Reported: January 9, 2009
Vehicles affected: ~225
Component: structure

What is being recalled

NISSAN IS RECALLING 225 MY 2009 ALTIMA VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 214, "SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH AN OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION WELD ON THE DOOR ASSEMBLY.

Why it is dangerous

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

ALL THE AFFECTED VEHICLES HAVE BEEN BROUGHT BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIPS AND REMEDIED AT THE FACTORY. NO VEHICLES HAD BEEN RETAILED.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 09V-006 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Nissan Altima - 2009

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