NHTSA Recall 09V358000: Suspension
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26,398 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Nissan Altima.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V358000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | September 16, 2009 |
| Owner notification | October 8, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification resulting in a potential for the strut insulator to crack.
Safety risk
If the strut insulator is cracked, there is a potential for the strut rod to come out of its mounting position, which could affect vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace both left and right side front strut insulators free of charge. The safety recall began october 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-nissan1 (1-800-647-7261).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V358000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.