NHTSA recall 13V-158 (13V158000)

tires recall reported April 24, 2013 - about 123,308 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 13V158000
Also written as: 13V-158
Reported: April 24, 2013
Vehicles affected: ~123,308
Component: tires

What is being recalled

Nissan North America is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima vehicles manufactured March 21, 2012, through March 26, 2013. The spare tires may have been significantly over- or under-inflated.

Why it is dangerous

Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. 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 13V-158 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Nissan Altima - 2013

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