Tie rod ball joint fastener not tightened properly
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 nissan altima vehicles. the tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
Safety Consequence
A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. the began march 31, 2021. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. nissan's number for this recall is pc795.
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FAQ: Recall 21V138000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V138000?
NHTSA recall 21V138000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on March 4, 2021. It addresses: Tie rod ball joint fastener not tightened properly. The recall affects approximately 2,407 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V138000 or the manufacturer campaign number PC795. 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.