2014 Nissan Altima latches/locks/linkages problems

“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the hood unlatched, rose, and cracked the windshield. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.”

“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V315000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the recall repair was not completed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the hood opened by wind flow. The contact stated that the hood latches and the frame under the windshield had been crimped and bent by the hood. The contact stated that the dealer had not diagnosed the vehicle and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 193,000. Parts distribution disconnect.”

“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the front driver's and passenger's side doors intermittently failed to open as needed. Additionally, the front driver's and passenger's side seat belt sensors failed to chime when the seat belts were not securely fastened. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.”

“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the hood failed to securely latch closed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed that the VIN was not covered under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed contact about the failure. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no additional assistance. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number 20V315000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.”

“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the hood of the vehicle suddenly unlatched, causing significant damages to the hood and roof of the vehicle and shattering the front windshield. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.”

“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the hood inadvertently flew open while driving. The inadvertent opening caused damage to the hood. The contact pulled off the highway and securely latched the hood. The contact then drove the vehicle safely to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.”