1999 NISSAN ALTIMA
4 recalls, 110 complaints - 56 TSBs
10E002000 Feb 11, 2010
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE ... Read more
Consequence
THE ABSENCE OF THE WELD CAN ALLOW THE STRUT TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO SURROUNDING VEHICLE COMPONENTS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.
09E025000 May 11, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Complaint Statistics
110 total complaints
29 crashes 3 fires 23 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 9 |
| TIRES | 7 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC | 6 |
| TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 5 |
| SUSPENSION | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 3 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 9, 2020
Incident date: Sep 28, 2020
KEEP HAVING TROUBLE SMELLING GAS. INSIDE THE CAR AND FUEL PUMP AND THE EXHAUST GAS AND I HAVE SMALL CHILDREN IT KEEPS MESSING WITH THEIR ASTHMA SPENDING TO MUCH MONEY KEEP GETTING IT FIXED.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 9, 2020
Incident date: Sep 28, 2020
KEEP HAVING TROUBLE SMELLING GAS. INSIDE THE CAR AND FUEL PUMP AND THE EXHAUST GAS AND I HAVE SMALL CHILDREN IT KEEPS MESSING WITH THEIR ASTHMA SPENDING TO MUCH MONEY KEEP GETTING IT FIXED.
AIR BAGS
Nov 26, 2018
Incident date: Jan 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT MADE A SHARP LEFT TURN ACROSS THE CONTACT'S LANE. THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT L... Read more
Crash
1 injured
TIRES
May 26, 2018
Incident date: May 23, 2018
TIRE ON FRONT DRIVER SIDE WAS FLATERED SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT GOING OFF COLLAPSED COIL SPRING STRUT AND SUSPENSION
WHEELS
May 24, 2018
Incident date: May 23, 2018
BROKEN COIL AND FRONT SUSPENSION EXPLODED ALSO CAUSING TIRE TO FLATTEN SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT GOING OFF AAA MECHANIC DETERMINED IF I WAS DRIVING AT TIME OF INCIDERDENT WOULD HAVE BEEN KILLED PLEASE MAKE THIS A RECALL SO I CAN GET IT FIXED AT NO COST TO ME MY CAR IS MY SURVIVAL CAR WAS IN STATIONARY... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 24, 2018
Incident date: May 23, 2018
BROKEN COIL AND FRONT SUSPENSION EXPLODED ALSO CAUSING TIRE TO FLATTEN SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT GOING OFF AAA MECHANIC DETERMINED IF I WAS DRIVING AT TIME OF INCIDERDENT WOULD HAVE BEEN KILLED PLEASE MAKE THIS A RECALL SO I CAN GET IT FIXED AT NO COST TO ME MY CAR IS MY SURVIVAL CAR WAS IN STATIONARY... Read more
WHEELS
May 23, 2018
Incident date: May 23, 2018
BROKEN AND COLLAPSED COIL ON LEFT FRONT TIRE SUSPENSION IN CARPORT STATIONARY POSITION
SUSPENSION
May 23, 2018
Incident date: May 23, 2018
BROKEN AND COLLAPSED COIL ON LEFT FRONT TIRE SUSPENSION IN CARPORT STATIONARY POSITION
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 19, 2018
Incident date: Feb 9, 2018
THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE TAIL LIGHTS HAD SHORTED OUT AND CAUSED MY CAR TO CATCH FIRE IN THE TRUNK ARE
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 22, 2013
Incident date: Jun 3, 2013
MY 99 NISSAN ALTIMA GXE IS STALLING WHEN STOPPING FOR RED LIGHTS AND STOP SIGNS. IT DOES NOT HAPPEN CONSISTENTLY AND I NEVER KNOW WHEN IT IS GOING TO HAPPEN. I AM SCARED THAT IT WILL HAPPEN AND THAT SOMEONE MAY HIT ME FROM BEHIND. I HAVE HAD IT AT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP 3 DAYS THIS WEEK AND STILL HAS ... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Oct 6, 2010
Incident date: Sep 3, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A BANGING SOUND FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR SUBFRAME RUSTED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 5, 2010
Incident date: Aug 4, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC THAT THE THROTTLE LINKAGE HAD FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC WAS ABLE TO RECONNECT THE LINKAGE. THE VIN W... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 2, 2010
Incident date: Sep 12, 2005
SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Feb 10, 2010
Incident date: Jul 26, 2007
INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET FAILURE. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Jun 10, 2009
Incident date: Jun 10, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO BE REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 07V435000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP). A TECHNICIAN STATED THAT IT WOULD ONLY TAKE SEVERAL HOURS FOR THE REPAIR. THE FOLL... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 8, 2009
Incident date: Jan 6, 2009
NISSAN 98-2001 ALTIMA I OWN A 99 NISSAN ALTIMA WHICH HAS HAD CHECK ENGINE LIGHT PROBLEM FOR APPROX 2 YRS .DONE RESEARCH AND FOUND VERY COMMON FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET TO LEAK ...PLEASE LOOK AT CAR COMPLAINTS.COM...I HAVE BEEN SMELLING FUMES INSIDE CAR AT TIMES AND NOW I KNOW THAT THIS IS A SER... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 22, 2008
Incident date: Aug 12, 2007
WHEN WE WERE TAUGHT HOW TO DRIVE WE WERE TOLD TO PLACE OUR HANDS AT THE 10 AND 2 O'CLOCK POSITION ON THE STEERING WHEEL. IF THAT IS WHERE YOUR HANDS ARE AT THE DEPLOYMENT OF AN AIRBAG IT THROWS YOUR LEFT ARM AGAINST THE WINDSHIELD AND IT'S FRAME WHICH RESULTS IN BROKEN ARMS AND WRISTS. I THINK THERE... Read more
Crash
2 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mar 22, 2008
Incident date: Mar 22, 2008
MY ALTIMA IDLES VERY ROUGH, WHICH FEELS AS IF IT WERE ABOUT TO STALL. IT SHAKES THE WHOLE CAR AND IS SLOW AND SHAKING DURING ACCELERATION. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AS A MISFIRE IN CYL #4. ON THE INTERNET, EVERYONE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET. I READ THIS WAS A DESIGN... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Sep 27, 2007
Incident date: Sep 12, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE SOON LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD ONLY ACCEPT HALF TO THREE QUARTERS OF A TANK OF FUEL. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FUEL FILTER TUBE WAS RUSTED AND WOULD NOT ALLOW THE FUEL TANK TO BE FILLED, WITHOUT FUE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Aug 13, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FELT SLUGGISH WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AT ANY SPEED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE IGNITION COILS WERE FAILING, BUT WOULD NOT SPECIFY EXACTLY WHICH COILS. THE CURRENT MILEAG... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jun 11, 2007
Incident date: Jun 7, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. WHEN SHIFTING THE VEHICLE FROM PARK TO REVERSE THE RPM'S AUTOMATICALLY INCREASED TO 8000. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED FOR THE RPMS TO RETURN TO NORMAL. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. A LOCAL MECHANIC COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. ... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
May 22, 2007
Incident date: Apr 19, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP HER VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. HER AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE CONTACT SUFFERED A HEAD INJURY. THE PURCHASE DATE AND ENGINE ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jul 26, 2006
Incident date: Jul 22, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH OF THE VEHICLE'S FRONT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK HEAD ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE WHO CROSSED AN INTERSECTION AT 35 MPH. THERE WAS PRE-IMPACT BRAKING PRIOR TO THE FRONTAL IMPACT. THE OCCUPANTS WERE WEARING SEAT BELTS, AND THE AIRBAG WARN... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Feb 21, 2006
Incident date: Feb 21, 2006
BROKEN AND COLLAPSED COIL SPRING ON FRONT SUSPENSION. *NM
VISIBILITY
Jan 20, 2006
Incident date: Jan 17, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR BROKE WHEN IT WAS PULLED DOWN FOR USE. THE VISOR NOW BLOCKS THE CONTACTS FIELD OF VISION WHEN DRIVING. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED BY PHONE AND SUGGESTED REPLACING THE VISOR TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THE CONTACT MADE AN ATTEMPT TO LOCATE A REPLACEMENT VISO... Read more
VISIBILITY
Oct 3, 2005
Incident date: Nov 18, 2003
WE OWN 1998 AND 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA. BOTH ALTIMA SUNVISORS ( PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE) KEEP FALLING DOWN WHILE DRIVING CAUSING SAFETY ISSUES. WE CHANGED VISORS TWO TIMES AND STILL FALLING DOWN. *JB
AIR BAGS
Mar 16, 2005
Incident date: Dec 23, 2004
(1) I TURNED LEFT INTO A PARKING FROM SITTING STILL IN A TURN LANE. APPROX. 3 CAR LENGTHS INTO THIS PARKING LOT BOTH OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED IN MY AUTOMOBILE. THERE WAS NO IMPACT. THE POLICE WERE NOTIFIED AND THEIR RESPONSE WAS THAT BECAUSE THERE WAS NO VEHICLE DAMAGE ETC. THERE WASN'T ANYTHI... Read more
Crash
3 injured
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Oct 13, 2004
Incident date: Sep 21, 2004
WHEN THE CONSUMER MADE A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN, THE FRONT AXLE MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE AXLE WAS WEARING OUT. *JB *NM
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLING/CHARGING
Aug 25, 2003
Incident date: May 1, 2003
FUEL FILLER PROBLEM: THE VEHICLE (1999 NISSAN ALTIMA) WILL ONLY TAKE A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL AT A TIME (LENGTH OF FILLER NECK) AND THEN PUMP SHUTS OFF AS THE FUEL OVERFLOWS AND DRAINS INTO TANK. IT IS ALSO IMPOSSIBLE TO COMPLETELY FILL THE TANK; IT ONLY WANTS TO HOLDS APPROXIMATELY 3/4 OF ITS CAPACIT... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Aug 19, 2003
Incident date: Aug 18, 2003
MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. LUCKILY, I HAD THE COVER CLOSED. OTHERWISE, THE GLASS WOULD HAVE FALLEN ON ME AND MAY HAVE CAUSED AND ACCIDENT AND EVEN DEATH(S).*AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
May 28, 2003
Incident date: Mar 7, 2002
AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY IN A 45 MPH FRONT COLLISION. NISSAN CAME AND TOOK THE AIR BAGS FROM THE VEHICLE FOR TESTING. PRIOR TO TESTING, NISSAN WAS FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL. AFTER TESTING WAS COMPLETED, THEY WILL NOT RETURN OUR CALLS OR LET US KNOWN WHAT THEY FOUND OUT. COMMUNICATION HAS CEASED FROM ... Read more
Crash
CHILD SEAT
Apr 18, 2003
GRACO CHILD SEAT MODEL #74796MS. MR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Apr 17, 2003
Incident date: Jul 31, 2002
THE CONSUMER HEARD A BOOM NOISE AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE BATTERY EXPLODED WHICH CAUSED THE HOOD TO OPEN WHICH WAS FOLLOWED BY BLACK SMOKE. THIS BATTERY WAS A NISSAN PERMANENT SEALED BATTERY WHICH WAS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. *NLM *TS
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 15, 2003
THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ALSO WHILE PUTTING GAS INTO THE FILLER NECK THE GAS PUMP SHUT OFF WHICH CAUSED GAS TO SPLASH ONTO CONSUMER. *NLM *TS
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Apr 15, 2003
THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ALSO WHILE PUTTING GAS INTO THE FILLER NECK THE GAS PUMP SHUT OFF WHICH CAUSED GAS TO SPLASH ONTO CONSUMER. *NLM *TS
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 17, 2003
Incident date: Mar 13, 2003
I ENTERED THE FREEWAY, AND A CAR TRIED TO COME INTO MY LANE SO I MOVED TO THE RIGHT THEN MY CAR BEGAN TO SWERVE FROM LEFT TO RIGHT THEN I BEGAN TO SPIN AND I ENDED UP FACING THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF THE TRAFFIC. BOTH THE FRONT AND BACK AXLES BROKE AND THE TIRES ARE BENT . *JB
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Mar 13, 2003
Incident date: Mar 5, 2003
THE VEHICLE WAS HIT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, ALSO THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, WHICH RESULTED IN INJURIES. *JB
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Mar 13, 2003
Incident date: Mar 5, 2003
THE VEHICLE WAS HIT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, ALSO THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT, WHICH RESULTED IN INJURIES. *JB
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Jan 17, 2003
THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION, IN WHICH THE SEAT BROKE.*JB
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:TORSION BAR
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Jan 17, 2003
THE SWAY BAR DOESN'T STABILIZE THE VEHICLE. *JB WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT BOUNCES SIDEWAYS, THERE NOISE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS (POSSIBLE BENT STRUT), AND BOUNCES SIDEWAYS. THE REAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVER COLLAPSED UPON THE IMPACT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDN'T APPEAR TO CANCEL WHEN ... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Jan 17, 2003
THE SWAY BAR DOESN'T STABILIZE THE VEHICLE. *JB WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT BOUNCES SIDEWAYS, THERE NOISE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS (POSSIBLE BENT STRUT), AND BOUNCES SIDEWAYS. THE REAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVER COLLAPSED UPON THE IMPACT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDN'T APPEAR TO CANCEL WHEN ... Read more
Crash
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Jan 17, 2003
THE SWAY BAR DOESN'T STABILIZE THE VEHICLE. *JB WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT BOUNCES SIDEWAYS, THERE NOISE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS (POSSIBLE BENT STRUT), AND BOUNCES SIDEWAYS. THE REAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVER COLLAPSED UPON THE IMPACT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDN'T APPEAR TO CANCEL WHEN ... Read more
Crash
EQUIPMENT
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Jan 17, 2003
THE SWAY BAR DOESN'T STABILIZE THE VEHICLE. *JB WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT BOUNCES SIDEWAYS, THERE NOISE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS (POSSIBLE BENT STRUT), AND BOUNCES SIDEWAYS. THE REAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVER COLLAPSED UPON THE IMPACT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDN'T APPEAR TO CANCEL WHEN ... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Jan 17, 2003
THE SWAY BAR DOESN'T STABILIZE THE VEHICLE. *JB WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT BOUNCES SIDEWAYS, THERE NOISE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS (POSSIBLE BENT STRUT), AND BOUNCES SIDEWAYS. THE REAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVER COLLAPSED UPON THE IMPACT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDN'T APPEAR TO CANCEL WHEN ... Read more
Crash
SEATS
Feb 11, 2003
Incident date: Jan 17, 2003
THE SWAY BAR DOESN'T STABILIZE THE VEHICLE. *JB WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT BOUNCES SIDEWAYS, THERE NOISE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS (POSSIBLE BENT STRUT), AND BOUNCES SIDEWAYS. THE REAR SEAT BEHIND THE DRIVER COLLAPSED UPON THE IMPACT OF THE ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDN'T APPEAR TO CANCEL WHEN ... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
Nov 15, 2002
Incident date: Dec 25, 2000
EXPERIENCED STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AND BRAKE PEDAL PULSATION WHILE BRAKING. I HAD THE DEALER REPLACE THE BRAKING SYSTEM AT 20,000 MILES AT A COST OF $1,050.37. WE ARE NOW EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM. DT
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 2, 2002
Incident date: Jun 2, 2002
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, IT WILL JUMP FORWARD A FEW INCHES, THE PROBLEM IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. CONTACTED DEALER AND THE DEALER CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM. NLMJLG
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Sep 5, 2002
OWNER IS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH HIS SUNROOF BEING REPLACED THREE TIMES DUE TO THE ROOFS CRACKING/SHATTERING. NISSAN TECHNICAL SPECIALIST FAILED TO GO AND INSPECT THE ROOF TO DETERMINE CAUSE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS.*JB
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Aug 28, 2002
Incident date: Aug 2, 2002
CONSUMER NOTICED TREAD HAD CRACKED OPEN IN CENTER OF TIRE AN IS SEPARATING FROM THE CARCASS, DISCOVERED THIS WHEN ROTATING TIRES, AND THIS IS TIRE INVOLVED IN A RECALL.(FIRESTONE AFFINITY TIRES, DOT NUMBER, W1UNAAB418) *MJ
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Jul 31, 2002
Incident date: Oct 2, 2001
THE A/C BLOWS WARM AIR SINCE THE A/C CONDENSER WAS DAMAGED BY ROCKS ON THE ROAD AS THE RESULT OF THE DEALER FAILING TO INSTALL PROTECTIVE SCREEN. THE CONSUMER WAS SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LOSS. *YH
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 28.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1999 NISSAN ALTIMA
56 manufacturer communications from 41 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| 010000 STEERING | 4 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 3 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 2 |
NTB08-097L
Sep 21, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-049
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations ar
NTB23-053
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal
NTB13-107F
Apr 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-003C
Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-126C
Feb 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB08-097K
Feb 22, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001F
Dec 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001e
Feb 12, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13028A
Nov 16, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION Windshield "foreign material" that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool. * Most any foreign material on the surface of the Windshield c
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB-08-055-A
Jan 27, 2014
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
NISSAN: SRS PRECAUTIONS DURING SERVICE;IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, INCLUDING INCORRECT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE SRS, CAN LEAD TO A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUSED BY UNINTENTIONAL ACTIVATION OF THE SRS ON ALL NISSAN MODELS WITH THE SRS SYS
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB98018G
Jun 7, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed sel
NTB-13-038
Apr 3, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
NISSAN: LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON ON OUTSIDE HANDLE DOES NOT RESPOND. *JS
NTB99001A
Mar 19, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition wh
NTB-09-101
Sep 30, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
NISSAN: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/FLASHING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED ON 08-11-2011. *KB
NTB-09-129
Sep 13, 2010
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NISSAN: VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT. WHEN REPLACING THE EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE FOR REASON: USE THE ONE LISTED ON PAGE 2; FOR VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE SECTION OF THE ELECTRONIC SERVICE
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
99022
Oct 28, 2005
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
04133
Feb 25, 2005
135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
AUTO-DIMMING ELECTROCHROMIC (EC) MIRROR DIAGNOSIS. *TT
NTB99022C
Aug 5, 2003
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB01057
Aug 31, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO REVISED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.*JB
NTB01057
Aug 31, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO REVISED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.*JB
NTB01057
Aug 31, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. *SLC
NTB01044
Jun 19, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING INNER TIE ROD WRENCHES. *SB
NTB99022B
May 2, 2001
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB00053
Jun 19, 2000
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SOME APPLIED VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CHIRP NOISE AS THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTS FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR, PARTICULARLY WHEN ACCELERATING THE VEHICLE WITH ONLY 1/8 THROTTLE APPLIED, THE NOISE MAY BE COMING FROM THE HIGH CLUTCH ASSEMBLY DURI
NTB00010A
Jun 1, 2000
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING AN OPTIONAL POWER SUNROOF THAT WLL TILT UP BUT WILL NOT SLIDE OPEN. *TT
NTB00047
May 24, 2000
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION OR BRAKE PEDAL PULSATION WHEN BRAKING, CONSIDERED AS BRAKE JUDDER. *TT
NTB99-036A
May 10, 2000
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
INFORMATION REGARDING KEYLESS REMOTE ENTRY PROGRAMMING. *TT
NTB00010
Feb 2, 2000
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS WITH THE SUNROOF JAMMING WHEN OPENING REARWARD. *TT
NTB99052
Sep 20, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE INFORMATION TO REPAIR VEHICLES EXHIBITING SQUEAK AND RATTLE NOISE(S). *TT
NTB99022A
Aug 26, 1999
150000 SEAT BELTS
CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE STOPPER BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB99047
Jul 27, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS INFORMATION ON REPLACING A BROKEN CENTER CONSOLE LID LATCH. *TT
NTB99036
May 10, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING KEYLESS REMOTE ENTRY PROGRAMMING. *TT
NTB99019
Apr 15, 1999
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SERVICE MANUAL PROCEDURE CHANGE FOR REAR OXYGEN SENSOR DTC(S) P0137, P0138, P0139, P0140, P0141 AND THREE-WAY CATALYST DTC P0420. *TT
NTB98116
Feb 15, 1999
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
VEHICLE EXHIBITING FRONT DOOR WINDOW RATTLING NOISE OR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN OVER ROUGH ROADS DUE TO THE DOOR WINDOW GLASS NOT HELD FIRMLY IN PLACE BY THE GLASS RUN RUBBER. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, NISSAN ALTIMA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA19002
Opened: Jul 29, 2019 , Closed: Jun 16, 2025
Rear Suspension Control Arm Failure
On July 29, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened EA19002 to investigate instances of alleged rear lower control arm failures in 2013-2018 Nissan Altima and 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima vehicles. At the time the investigation was opened ODI had 91 consumer complaints alleging rear lower ... Read more
PE18013
Opened: Dec 1, 2018 , Closed: Aug 21, 2019
Rear Suspension Control Arm Failure
PE18-013 was opened on December 1, 2018, with 4 complaints to ODI alleging incidents of the lower control arm fracturing at a connection point to the vehicle chassis due to corrosion. ODI has received an additional 87 complaints since the PE was opened. During PE18-013, Nissan indicated model years ... Read more
PE11020
Opened: May 23, 2011 , Closed: Mar 14, 2012
Brake Master Cylinder Internal Leak
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE11-020 to investigate possible brake performance loss due to brake fluid leaking from the master cylinder into the brake booster in the subject vehicles.A total of 237 complaints were identified by ODI and Nissan.The majority of complaints and warra... Read more
PE07026
Opened: May 22, 2007 , Closed: Jun 27, 2007
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
NISSAN NOTIFIED THE AGENCY ON JUNE 18, 2007 THAT IT WILL RECALL (RECALL # 07V267) ALL MY 2007 ALTIMA VEHICLES WITH 2.5 LITER ENGINE BUILT AT THE SMYRNA, TENNESSEE PLANT FROM SEPTEMBER 25, 2006 TO MAY 11, 2007 AND AT THE CANTON, MISSISSIPPI PLANT FROM OCTOBER 30, 2006 TO MAY 11, 2007.NISSAN DETERMINE... Read more
RQ06001
Opened: Feb 22, 2006 , Closed: Jul 18, 2006
ENGINE STALL - CRANK POSITION SENSOR
ON JUNE 28, 2006 NISSAN SUBMITTED TO THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (NHTSA) A PART 573 REPORT ADVISING THAT CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003 NISSAN SENTRA AND NISSAN ALTIMA SEDANS EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES WOULD BE RECALLED TO REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM). THE RECALL IS ... Read more
PE02078
Opened: Oct 18, 2002 , Closed: Mar 25, 2003
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION ON OCTOBER 18, 2002 BASED ON THREE REPORTS INDICATING THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2002 NISSAN ALTIMA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.5 LITER ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT ANY WARNING TO THE DRIVER WHILE THE VEHICLE W... Read more
EA01015
Opened: Aug 9, 2001 , Closed: Apr 24, 2003
PASSENGER AIR BAG-RELATED FACIAL/EYE INJ
BY LETTER DATEDAPRIL 11, 2003, NISSAN NOTIFIED NHTSAIT WILL CONDUCT A CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE WITH A DEPOWERED AIR BAG MODULE IN MODEL YEAR 1994 - EARLY 1995 (BUILT PRIOR TO MARCH 2, 1995) NISSAN ALTIMA VEHICLES. THE REPLACEMENT MODULE WILL BE PROVIDED AT NO CHARGE TO OWNERS... Read more
PE01008
Opened: Mar 13, 2001 , Closed: Aug 9, 2001
PASSENGER AIR BAG-RELATED EYE INJURIES
PE94035
Opened: Apr 26, 1994 , Closed: Aug 31, 1994
SEAT BELT LOCK-UP
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NISSAN ALTIMA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NISSAN ALTIMA across all model years (1993, 2025).
137
Total Recalls
20,217
Total Complaints
9
Investigations
1,202
Reported Crashes
323
Reported Fires
20
Reported Deaths
NISSAN ALTIMA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 10 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 60 | View |
| 2023 | 0 | 39 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 52 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 119 | View |
| 2020 | 6 | 278 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 351 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 321 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 511 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 781 | View |
| 2015 | 10 | 1,197 | View |
| 2014 | 8 | 1,394 | View |
| 2013 | 12 | 2,977 | View |
| 2012 | 4 | 577 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 320 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 541 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 2,150 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 1,376 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 598 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 1,043 | View |
| 2005 | 2 | 1,364 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 334 | View |
| 2003 | 10 | 1,099 | View |
| 2002 | 12 | 1,321 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 202 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 199 | View |
| 1999 (current) | 4 | 110 | |
| 1998 | 4 | 141 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 141 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 117 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 216 | View |
| 1994 | 4 | 120 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 150 | View |