Recall 13V158 affects 123,308 2013 Nissan Altima vehicles for spare tires with incorrect pressure. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 123,308 2013 Altima vehicles because the spare tire was supplied with pressure significantly over or under the correct level. A severely misinflated spare tire can fail without warning and increase crash risk; the Nissan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The temporary spare tire in the 2013 Nissan Altima is the small emergency tire stored for use after a flat. It is meant to carry the vehicle long enough to get the damaged tire repaired or replaced. That only works when the spare is inflated to the pressure specified for that tire.
In this recall, the spare tire itself is not the main defect. The problem is the air pressure inside it: the spare was significantly over-inflated or under-inflated. Too little pressure lets the tire flex and heat up more than intended. Too much pressure changes how the tire contacts the road and handles the vehicle's load.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is easy to miss because the spare sits unused until a flat tire forces you to install it.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Nissan Altima | tire |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 123,308 |
Not every 2013 Nissan Altima sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A spare tire with pressure far above or below the correct level can fail without warning and increase the risk of a crash. Check your VIN, then have the spare tire inspected and adjusted by the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Nissan Altima is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to ask for the free spare tire pressure inspection and adjustment.
- Reference recall number 13V158 when you call the dealer.
- Avoid using the temporary spare until a dealer confirms the tire pressure is correct.
- Call Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261 with questions about the inspection or owner notice.
What happens at the repair
The source filing describes the dealer repair as an inspection of the spare tire pressure and an adjustment if it is outside specification. Once the repair is available, a Nissan technician will check the spare tire and set the pressure correctly, free under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. The issue is limited to the spare tire pressure called out in recall 13V158, so ask the Nissan service desk to confirm the VIN is included before the vehicle is brought in.
Timeline
| April 24, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V158?
Recall 13V158 covers 123,308 2013 Nissan Altima vehicles with spare tires that were significantly over- or under-inflated. A spare tire in that condition can fail without warning and increase crash risk. Nissan dealers inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Nissan Altima is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Altima is included in recall 13V158. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the spare tire pressure inspection and adjustment. Reference recall number 13V158 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Nissan dealers inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure free of charge. Nissan listed owner support at 1-800-647-7261 for this recall.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the spare tire pressure itself, so the tire can fail without giving the driver advance notice. If your VIN is included, have a Nissan dealer inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure.
What if I bought my 2013 Nissan Altima used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Altima is included, then contact a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall number 13V158.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V158000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V158 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V158000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →