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2013 Nissan Altima recall: Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire

NHTSA campaign 13V-158 · April 24, 2013 · Nissan North America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
13V158000
Reported
April 24, 2013
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Part
Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire
Vehicles affected
About 123,308

What is wrong

Nissan North America is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima vehicles manufactured March 21, 2012, through March 26, 2013. The spare tires may have been significantly over- or under-inflated.

Safety risk

Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Nissan Altima (2013). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.