Recall 15V116 covers 625,400 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles for a secondary hood latch that binds. Free repair once Nissan opens it.
Nissan is recalling 625,400 2013-2015 Altima sedans because the secondary hood latch can bind and stay unlatched after the hood is closed. If the primary latch is released, the hood can open while driving and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Nissan opens the final remedy.
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What's wrong?
The hood latch on the 2013-2015 Nissan Altima is the hardware that keeps the hood closed while the car is being driven. The primary latch holds the hood down, and the secondary latch is the backup catch that helps keep the hood from lifting if the primary latch is released.
On included Altimas, the secondary hood latch can bind instead of returning to its latched position when the hood is closed. Nissan reported that it was still investigating the exact cause. The result is a hood that appears closed but is not secured by the backup latch.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner will not necessarily see a gap, hear a noise, or get a dashboard warning before the hood latch problem matters.
Who's affected?
Covers three Altima model years with the same hood latch component.
| 2013 Nissan Altima | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Altima | Latch |
| 2015 Nissan Altima | Latch |
| Units affected | 625,400 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the primary hood latch releases and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood can open while driving and increase crash risk. Before each trip, make sure the hood is fully closed and latched. If it will not latch firmly, stop and call a dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once Nissan opens it.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Nissan Altima is included in this recall.
- Wait for Nissan's owner notice before scheduling the final dealer repair, because this campaign has an interim remedy status.
- Call Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261 with questions and reference recall number 15V116.
- Inspect the hood after closing it and make sure it is latched before driving.
- Ask a franchised Nissan dealer about the free hood-latch service that adjusts the hood actuation lever, cleans and lubricates the latch joint, and replaces a corroded latch assembly when needed.
What happens at the repair
Nissan lists this remedy as interim, so the final dealer repair will be free once available for the VIN. At the dealer, a Nissan technician modifies the bend angle of the hood actuation lever so it clears the hood inner panel. The technician also cleans and lubricates the latch joint as needed, and replaces the latch assembly if significant corrosion is found. Out of pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, since the subject vehicles were under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| February 27, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 31, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V116?
Recall 15V116 covers 625,400 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles with a secondary hood latch that can bind and stay unlatched after the hood is closed. If the primary latch releases, the hood can open while driving and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Nissan Altima is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Altima is included in recall 15V116. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall number 15V116. Ask whether the hood latch modification, latch cleaning, lubrication, or latch replacement applies to your vehicle.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Nissan's remedy says the hood latch work is free. A franchised Nissan dealer handles the repair, including latch cleaning, lubrication, and latch replacement when corrosion is found.
Is it safe to drive my Nissan Altima before the hood latch repair?
The listed risk is that the hood can open while driving if the primary latch releases and the secondary latch is not engaged. Until your VIN is checked and the dealer gives repair guidance, make sure the hood is fully closed and latched before each trip.
What if I bought my Nissan Altima used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If Nissan never mailed you a notice, check your VIN and call a franchised Nissan dealer with recall number 15V116.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V116000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V116 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V116000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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