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Nissan Altima Steering Rack Bolts May Loosen

NHTSA campaign 23V882000 · Reported Dec 21, 2023 · Nissan North America, Inc.

high How serious is it? About this label

A loss of steering control or a steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	23V882000
Reported to NHTSA	Dec 21, 2023
Manufacturer	Nissan North America, Inc.
Part affected	Steering:rack And Pinion
Vehicles covered	1 model/year combination, model years 2024
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

On certain Altima vehicles, the bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen. This can cause a loss of steering control or the steering to lock up.

What you should do

Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your vehicle is affected.
Contact a Nissan dealer to have the steering gear assembly replaced; call Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 if you have questions.
The replacement is free.

Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?

Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 23V882000. More in how recalls work.

Affected vehicles (1)

2024 Nissan Altima

Who to contact

Nissan — official Nissan recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-867-7669

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Nissan Steering Recalls Involving Tie Rods, Bolts, and Power Assist · all 8 Nissan recalls in this area

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Official notice

Component: STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Altima vehicles. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
Safety risk: A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC997.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.