The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Altima and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured October 6, 2015, to October 7, 2015. The affected vehicles have front brake calipers whose mounting bolts may not be properly tightened.
The risk
If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-733 (15V733000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper |
| Report date | November 5, 2015 |
| Owners notified | December 14, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 119 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-733 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service 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 119 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.