2009-2010 Nissan Maxima & Altima NHTSA recall
Nissan is recalling certain 2009 and 2010 Altima and Maxima cars due to a mechanical defect. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification, resulting in a potential for the suspension’s strut insulator to crack.
According to the NHTSA, 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.
Nissan will notify U.S. owners, and dealers there will replace both left and right side front strut insulators free-of-charge. While the recall campaign doesn’t officially begin until October 5, consumers may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261, or the NHTSA’s Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for further information.