Nissan Altima and Sentra Sedans Recalled to Fix Broken Backup Cameras
The cameras might not work properly due to faulty wiring
Nissan is recalling over 153,000 sedans to fix defective backup cameras. The recalled vehicles are 2019-2021 Nissan Altima and 2020-2021 Nissan Sentra sedans.
The problem has to do with faulty wiring that might become damaged due to normal vibration and movement. If this happens, the backup camera on recalled cars could stop displaying an image or display a distorted image, and the vehicles won’t meet federal motor vehicle safety standards for rear visibility. In addition, the absence of a backup camera that works properly could increase the likelihood of a crash.
Nissan dealerships will repair and, if necessary, replace the faulty wiring. As is the case with all recalls, the repair will be free of charge.
Nissan Backup Camera Recall Details
Vehicles Recalled
• Nissan Altima Platinum trim level sedans manufactured between May 25, 2018, and March 6, 2021
• Nissan Sentra sedans manufactured between Nov. 25, 2019, and March 12, 2021
The problem: A faulty wiring harness could wear out over time, causing the backup camera to display a distorted image or not display an image at all. This means the vehicles won’t be in compliance with S5.5 of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 111; Rear Visibility.
The fix: Nissan dealerships will inspect the rear camera. If the harness is damaged, the dealership will replace it free of charge. If the harness isn’t damaged, the dealer will reroute the harness and install protective tape to prevent future damage. These repairs will be free of charge for both parts and labor. According to documents Nissan provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the repair could take up to 40 minutes to complete.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may call Nissan at 800-867-7669.
NHTSA campaign number: 23V628. Nissan’s own number for this recall is R23C3.
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