Nissan Suspension Recall 08V363000 (1,018 Vehicles)

The problem

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 fix

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.

Contacts

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Nissan dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V363000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2008 Nissan Altima	1,031	4	F

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2008 Nissan Altima

1,031

Questions

Is the 08V363000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 08V363000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 08V363000 announced?

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported it to NHTSA on July 31, 2008. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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