Its Shop Time Mondays: Nissan Recalling Altimas For Hood Latches, While Honda Plans To Repair Defective Fuel Pumps

1. Unintentional Release of Primary Hood Latch

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.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V315000

Manufacturer Nissan North America, Inc.

Components LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,831,818

Garage Preview: 2016 Nissan Altima

Nissan's CEO Carlos Ghosn with the revamped 2016 Nissan Altima.

On Sale This November: 2016 Nissan Altima

New Changes: 

• Wears new grille like the Maxima and exterior design
• New interior changes to the center stack instrument panel
• A predictive forward collision warning system
• A radar-activated cruise control system
• A forward energy braking system
• A rear cross traffic alert system
• 39-mpg on the highway with 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine
• New SR trim model (18-inch wheels, smoke headlights, paddle shifters, rear spoiler and unique suspension tuning)
• Standard Siri Eyes and Nissan ConnectSM 

2015 Nissan Altima SL: Continues To Be A Standout In The Ultra-Competitive Midsize Segment

Highlights: Up until recently, the Altima was available as coupe, too! The last remaining coupe in the segment is now the Honda Accord.

Test vehicle’s MSRP: $31,060 (base model $23,125)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; a traction control system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a rearview camera; and a vehicle stability control system

Standard Equipment (SL model): 17-inch tires; leather seats; power front seats; heated front seats; a dual zone automatic temperature control system; a push-button ignition starter system; dual visor vanity mirrors; automatic headlights;  heated outside mirrors; a navigation system; and chrome exhaust finishers; and automatic dimming mirrors

2013 Nissan Altima Debuts with More Technology And Maxima-Like Styling