2024 Nissan Altima Rack and Pinion Recall (23V882)
Nissan North America, Inc. · 5 vehicles · Reported December 21, 2023
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling 5 2024 Nissan Altima vehicles. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up. A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V882 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V882000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | PC997 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 21, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2024 Nissan Altima |
| Units affected | 5 |
| Component | Steering > Rack And Pinion |
| Safety risk | A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Nissan Altima in recall 23V882?
The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Altima vehicles. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Altima with recall 23V882?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the rack and pinion.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V882?
Recall 23V882 covers 5 vehicles: 2024 Nissan Altima.
NHTSA lists 5 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Nissan | Altima |
What is the fix for the Altima rack and pinion recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC997.
When was recall 23V882 announced?
Nissan North America, Inc. reported recall 23V882 to NHTSA on December 21, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as February 9, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 21, 2023 | Nissan North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V882000. |
| February 9, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 33 months ago. If your Altima was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Altima is part of recall 23V882?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V882 is open on your Altima, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V882000 is open on your Altima, it will be listed there, along with Nissan recall number PC997. You can also ask any Nissan dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Altima owners do about recall 23V882?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V882000 applies to your Altima.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Nissan dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any rack and pinion symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Altima owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 5 of them about the steering.
Since recall 23V882 was reported on December 21, 2023, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 1 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the steering and were received on or after December 21, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related steering issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 41 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 5 of them involve the steering. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Nissan Altima: 41 complaints in total, 5 about the steering
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
When I first start the car the engine revs and the tachometer or the RPM reader stays above 2 while reving for over a minute which is too long.
2024 Nissan Altima owner, AZ, NHTSA complaint 11645313, filed February 27, 2025
I have a 2024 Nissan Altima and I have having a problem when I turn that there is a click on the a passenger side. Before I go to the car shop, I believe this may be the recall the was issued for certain vehicles and I would like my car reviewed for the recall.
2024 Nissan Altima owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11661441, filed May 16, 2025
Just purchased a pre-owned 2024 Nissan Altima SR mileage 23637. Driving home from the dealership, steering wheel had intermittent vibration which continues to this day. Brought to dealership on September 3, 2025 and they were unable to duplicate problem at that time. Rescheduled new appointment to re-evaluate problem for September 11, 2025.
2024 Nissan Altima owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11685504, filed September 6, 2025
Can recall 23V882 make my Altima a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this rack and pinion recall means their Altima qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A steering problem on the 2024 Nissan Altima is the kind of safety defect that California law treats seriously. Fewer repair attempts may be needed for a claim than with a comfort or convenience defect.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V882
Did the recall 23V882 fix work?
Since recall 23V882 was reported on December 21, 2023, owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the steering on these vehicles. 1 of them (20%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed February 9, 2024.
Is the 23V882000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Altima is part of recall 23V882000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V882000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Nissan. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.