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2020–2022 Nissan Sentra recall: Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly

NHTSA campaign 23V-581 · August 15, 2023 · Nissan North America, Inc.

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
23V581000
Reported
August 15, 2023
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Part
Steering: linkages, tie rod assembly
Vehicles affected
About 236,238

What is wrong

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.

Safety risk

A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3. This recall replaces and expands recall number 21V-461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-461 will need to have the new remedy completed.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Nissan Sentra (2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's…

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