NHTSA recall 08V363000
Suspension
Nissan Altima
Reported Jul 31, 20081,018 vehicles affectedNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.Built May 22, 2008 – May 28, 2008
The defect
Nissan IS recalling 1,018 my 2008 altima vehicles. the left side front suspension transverse link bolt may not have been tightened to specification. this condition could cause the bolt to become loose while the vehicle IS being driven.
The risk
If the bolt were to come out, the driver may experience difficulty controlling the direction of the vehicle which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will tighten the transverse link bolt to specification free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2008. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.