Mechanic Notes

2015 Nissan Altima Caliper recall 15V733000

Safety recall

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper · Campaign 15V733000 · Reported 05/11/2015

Symptoms / what can happen

If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Cause

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Altima and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured October 6, 2015, to October 7, 2015. The affected vehicles have front brake calipers whose mounting bolts may not be properly tightened.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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