Unintentional release of primary hood latch
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 nissan altima vehicles. if the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch may corrode over time.
Safety Consequence
Corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. if the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a stronger release spring in the hood release lever, a warning label near the secondary hood latch, and an owners manual addendum card with instructions on how to lubricate and maintain the secondary hood latch mechanism, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 30, 2021. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. note: recall 16v-029 remains open for any unremedied 2013-2015 altimas and this recall applies to all vehicles covered by 16v-029 even if those repairs have already been performed.
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FAQ: Recall 20V315000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V315000?
NHTSA recall 20V315000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on May 28, 2020. It addresses: Unintentional release of primary hood latch. The recall affects approximately 1,831,818 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V315000 or the manufacturer campaign number R20A7. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.