2015–2016 Nissan Altima, Maxima recall: Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V733000
- Reported
- November 5, 2015
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Part
- Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper
- Vehicles affected
- About 119
What is wrong
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Altima and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured October 6, 2015, to October 7, 2015. The affected vehicles have front brake calipers whose mounting bolts may not be properly tightened.
Safety risk
If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service 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 (2015); Nissan Maxima (2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service 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.