2018 Nissan Altima recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 2 2018 Nissan Altima recalls, newest first
May 28, 2020Latches/locks/linkages, HoodNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 to 2018 Nissan Altima vehicles. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch may corrode over time.
Risk: Corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. If the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a stronger release spring in the hood release lever, a warning label near the secondary hood latch, and an Owners Manual addendum card with instructions on how to lubricate and maintain the secondary hood latch mechanism, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1 800 867 7669. Note: Recall 16V029 remains open for any unremedied 2013 to 2015 Altimas and this recall applies to all vehicles covered by 16V029 even if those repairs have already been performed.
NHTSA campaign 20V315000 · Nissan North America, Inc.
Sep 12, 2019Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018 to 2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GTR and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: The lack of an image in the back up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1 800 867 7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1 800 662 6200.
NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · Nissan North America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Nissan Altima. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2018 Nissan Altima has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.