1997 Nissan Altima Recalls

What To Do If Your Altima Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Nissan, so if you own a 1997 Altima take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Nissan to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1997 Altima Recalls

• SUSPENSION Recall for 1997 Nissan Altima

  • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 11 2010
  • NHTSA Reference #10E002000
  • Number Affected 12,657

  Summary: Ride control is recalling certain front strut mounts branded as gabriel ride control or arvinmeritor, P/nos. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, sold as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. The affected front strut mounts did not contain a weld joint between the bearing housing and the rate plate.

  Consequence: The absence of the weld can allow the strut to come out of its mounting position under certain extreme driving conditions which could cause damage to surrounding vehicle components increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Ride control will notify owners of record and replace the affected parts free of charge. The safety recall began on March 15, 2010. Owners may contact ride control at 1-248-458-1396.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #10E002000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1997 Nissan Altima

  • Recall Announced MARCH 23 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E026000
  • Number Affected 61,944

  Summary: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

  Consequence: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

  Fix: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E026000 »

• SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Recall for 1997 Nissan Altima

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 10 1996
  • NHTSA Reference #96V185000
  • Number Affected 36,000

  Summary: Certain buckle assemblies were produced with a "buckle base" that was improperly heat treated. This can cause the "buckle base" to be brittle failing to comply to FMVSS no. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

  Consequence: In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the buckle assemblies and replace them if necessary.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #96V185000 »