NISSAN 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 NISSAN ALTIMA
Brand
NISSAN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA vehicles due to suspension issues. The affected bolts could become loose and fall out which may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Altima vehicles manufactured from May 10, 2012, through July 26, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with transverse link bolts and power steering rack bolts that were not torqued to proper specification.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The affected bolts could become loose and fall out which may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the bolts to the proper torque specifications. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2012. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026