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Vehicle recall 21V138000 · March 4, 2021

2020-2021 Nissan Altima

The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
Consequence
A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
21V138000
Reported to NHTSA
March 4, 2021
Filed by
Nissan North America, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign
PC795
Owner notification
March 31, 2021
Vehicles potentially affected
2,407
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
Recall 21V138000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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