Secondary hood latch may bind and not latch
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 nissan altima vehicles manufactured march 6, 2012, to february 28, 2013. in the affected vehicles, interference between the hood inner panel and the secondary latch lever, in combination with debris and corrosion, may cause the secondary hood latch to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
Safety Consequence
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will be instructed to modify the bend angle of the hood actuation lever to eliminate potential interference with the hood inner panel. in addition, dealers will clean and lubricate the latch joint as needed. if significant corrosion is observed, the latch assembly will be replaced. This repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on october 20, 2014. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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FAQ: Recall 14V565000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V565000?
NHTSA recall 14V565000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on September 15, 2014. It addresses: Secondary hood latch may bind and not latch. The recall affects approximately 220,423 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V565000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.