The problem
Nissan North America is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima vehicles manufactured March 21, 2012, through March 26, 2013. The spare tires may have been significantly over- or under-inflated.
The risk
Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 13V-158 (13V158000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire |
| Report date | April 24, 2013 |
| Owners notified | April 29, 2013 |
| Vehicles affected | 123,308 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 13V-158 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 123,308 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.