2023 NISSAN ALTIMA
0 recalls, 40 complaints - 65 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
40 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 8 |
| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 |
| STRUCTURE | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 12, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
Last year I was heading to heading to [XXX] in XXX when I pushed on the brakes on my 2020 Chevy blazer my brakes were working but the steering wheel was shaking weird like I was hard on the brakes but I was tapping them slowly earlier this year right before I had transmission flush at fox Chevy in C... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 12, 2026
Incident date: May 10, 2026
Transmission causes problems in can be on interstate and be switching lanes and it loses power and wont go takes forever to shift out. It will cut out and you can barely get pulled off side of rd in time. Electrical the battery voltage goes crazy up and down causing vehicle to power surge bad or a... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 1, 2026
Incident date: Jun 29, 2026
While driving down the highway at 70 miles an hour, the transmission popped out of gear the engine revved, and when the transmission went back into gear, it engaged into second gear and locked up the rear tires on the highway. I believe this is due to the CDF drum bushing, causing Line pressure prob... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 19, 2026
Incident date: May 9, 2026
When I’m driving, the steering wheel suddenly gets stuck and pulls against me with force. This is extremely dangerous, especially on the freeway or when going over a bridge — the car pulls in the opposite direction of where I’m steering. The brakes also start squealing very loudly. It feels li... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 12, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
Oil consumption issues affecting all cars of this make and model
POWER TRAIN
Apr 12, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
I was at a stop light, when the lights turned green, I accelerated and heard a loud bang underneath the vehicle. The sound was so loud I thought I had been rear ended. I got out to inspect the vehicle and did not see any damages. I got back into the vehicle and put it in drive to get to the closed ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Apr 10, 2026
Incident date: Mar 29, 2026
I have experienced instances of the brakes being aggressively applied unexpectedly when no other vehicles or stationary objects are nearby to trigger the collision avoidance system. Any car following immediately behind would have rear-ended me. This has occurred a few times in the last 12 months. No... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 10, 2026
Vehicle lost coolant and warned me to pull over because of the engine overheating. Later was diagnosed with a leaking oil filter housing. Simply too early for such a component to fail. Left my wife stranded miles away from home in the snow.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 28, 2026
Incident date: Nov 29, 2025
"I was in extreme danger while traveling with my [XXX] child in the vehicle on the day prior to the total failure. During that trip, the transmission began to slip significantly in active traffic, creating a terrifying loss of motive power and a high risk of a rear-end collision. Because of this da... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 28, 2026
Incident date: Nov 29, 2025
As I’m driving, the vehicle began shaking and ticking sounds could be heard inside the cabin. A check engine light lit up on the dashboard. The idle was rough and it sounded like metal thrashing in the engine so I turned on my hazards and shut the vehicle off in the middle lane of the street. It d... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Dec 21, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
I was driving north on I64, and a car in front of me suddenly stopped. Cruise control was on, but when i applied the brake, my car did not stopped, and cruise control speed up, before decreasing speed. Instead of turning off, and allowing the car to slow down. I had to swerve, causing to go off on t... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 17, 2025
Incident date: Jul 15, 2023
Water intrusion in passenger floor board which causes problem with control module and reduces acceleration
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Sep 30, 2025
Incident date: Sep 25, 2025
Front brakes make scratching sound, dealer alleged brakes and rotor are fine after inspection. Steering wheel shakes at times when braking down hill. Cabin too noisy, air and sauna enter cabin by driver side door. Reported issue to dealer, they alleges the seal may need to be replaced; but not cov... Read more
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Sep 27, 2025
Incident date: Sep 27, 2025
The tire got only 20000 miles the first tire got bubble the other 3 tire after 5000 miles got bubble to on the sidewall. The date on the tire is 0324 . The tire look brand new. But the problem with the side wall looks like air got between the layers of the tire.
STRUCTURE
Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (STRUCTURE). The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted rega... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
My vehicle is under Safety Recall 23V865 (Toyota dealer reference 23TB15) due to potentially defective Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors in the front passenger seat, which may prevent the airbag from deploying properly. The recall was issued in December 2023, and as of August 2025, there ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
The automatic emergency braking system randomly applied itself while I was driving 40mph down a highway where there was no obstacle/animal of any kind. My vehicle braked hard and quickly and a red car image appeared in the dash simultaneously. Thankfully there were no other vehicles around me at the... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 30, 2025
Incident date: Oct 26, 2024
While exiting highway (removing foot from gas) vehicle thumped. The a “ Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power” message came up on dash.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 16, 2025
Incident date: Jul 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V566000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 25V322000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jul 16, 2025
Incident date: Jul 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the rearview mirror and the instrument panel were inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview image appeared blank, and the instrument panel appeared blank while starting the v... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 3, 2025
Incident date: Jun 24, 2025
•Rearview camera view and alerts •Inspection unknown • Hit mailbox •Dogded backup accidents in parking lots ▪︎Dogded backup accidents out of hard to see drive ways •Not taken to dealer no recalls for my year •Not inspected by anyone •No warning lamps •Alerts would just stop (che... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 30, 2025
Incident date: Jun 27, 2025
Coolant levels drop without leaks, assuming coolant intrusion into engine cylinders. This is a known issue that requires engine block replacement yet Ford dealership says my VIN is not covered by their own TSB. This was purchased new from Ford dealership, serviced properly and has less than 55K mile... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 6, 2025
Incident date: May 28, 2025
Vehicle code: C1562-98 AIR PUMP CONTROL - air suspension compressor is overheating or there's a problem with the control system, leading to issues with adjusting the vehicle's height. With further inspection he found a leak in the air bag fittings. Vehicle Power Control Module has caused vehicle to ... Read more
STEERING
Jan 23, 2025
Incident date: Jan 19, 2025
There has been a significant amount of complaints in regards to 2013 dodge ram 1500. Mechanics are aware that the manufacturer has been dodging these issues with allowing unsafe vehicles to be on the road. My power steering all of sudden went out while driving. This should be on recall and not at th... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 6, 2025
Incident date: Jun 6, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH the wrench symbol illuminated and the vehicle lost motive power and went into LIMP Mode. The contact coasted to the side of the road and turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle returned to normal functionalit... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 23, 2024
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
Back windshield spontaneously combusted while parked and vehicle not in use.
ENGINE
Nov 23, 2024
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
recall notice for starter system, took in for repair, part in notice replaced but car now not starting again and had starter system lights on again. As per service records car has has the problems since 2016/17 while under warranty and recall repair done at Honda. The “ grinding” knock/tap nois... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2024
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
recall notice for starter system, took in for repair, part in notice replaced but car now not starting again and had starter system lights on again. As per service records car has has the problems since 2016/17 while under warranty and recall repair done at Honda. The “ grinding” knock/tap nois... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 10, 2024
Incident date: Sep 8, 2024
Headlights: low beams do not work at all but high beams do. Second time this vehicle has had the same problem. Last time Chrysler replaced under a lifetime replacement, just short of a recall yet here I am having the same problem again.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 28, 2024
Incident date: May 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving approximately 40–45 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The vehicle failed to accelerate about 35 MPH. The vehicle went into LIMP/SAFE Mode. The check engine warning light was blinking. The vehicle was towed to a... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 24, 2024
Incident date: May 21, 2024
Wheel hubs causes car to think that it’s going faster(200mph) causing car to drop speed, locks steering wheel making it impossible to turn away from traffic and drive it’s an accident waiting to happen not sure why there isn’t a recall. Also batteries causes the battery system warning to be a ... Read more
STRUCTURE
May 1, 2024
Incident date: Dec 14, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the passenger's side A-pillar trim detached and made a loud popping sound. The contact stated that the driver's side A-pillar trim was extremely loose. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Nu... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 1, 2024
Incident date: Jan 1, 2024
I received recall notice WRG-22 in October 2022. If this is a safety issue 15 months and no follow up is ridiculous.
ENGINE
Dec 27, 2023
Incident date: Dec 9, 2023
My 2018 Ford Ecosport issues began at 75,048 miles. I was driving on Highway 10 in North Ridgeville, Ohio attempting to get to the speed of 65 miles per hour when my Ecosport failed to accelerate. The engine light indicating oil came on. My life flashed before my eyes when other cars on the road fai... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 7, 2023
Incident date: Aug 7, 2023
Truck began to shake violently and did not stop shaking until I slowed to 20 mph. Safety risk of not being able to control the vehicle and having to slow on busy highway. The problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer. The components have not been inspected by manufacturer, police, ins... Read more
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Sep 7, 2023
Incident date: Aug 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated, and the contact became aware that the air pressure level was not being read from the rear driver’s side tire. The contact stopped on the side of the road and examined the tire, but t... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Sep 7, 2023
Incident date: Aug 7, 2023
Vehciel frequently jurks will driving in low speed ; this issue is sinec I bought the car new. Front collision 💥 light comes off automatically and I have to reset it manually. Also the AEB light came off for no reason.
SEATS
Sep 3, 2023
Incident date: Sep 3, 2023
My car has around 74k miles on it. I had the following service request warning present itself this last week, 'Passenger restraint system malfunction:' on my drive into work in the morning. At first I dismissed the message and closed it to see if it would clear itself. It did not clear. It came ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Sep 3, 2023
Incident date: Sep 3, 2023
My car has around 74k miles on it. I had the following service request warning present itself this last week, 'Passenger restraint system malfunction:' on my drive into work in the morning. At first I dismissed the message and closed it to see if it would clear itself. It did not clear. It came ... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 23, 2023
Incident date: Feb 18, 2023
Radiator began to leak in January 2023 at approximately 15000 miles. Replaced under warranty.
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2023 NISSAN ALTIMA
2023 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 9.2% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2023 NISSAN ALTIMA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 38.0 | 31.0 | Regular | $2,000 |
CO2 Emissions: 282.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 NISSAN ALTIMA
65 manufacturer communications from 44 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 9 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 7 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 4 |
| 353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 3 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 2 |
| 010000 STEERING | 2 |
NTB23-018G
Feb 22, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin is no longer active. To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on
NTB23-018G
Feb 22, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin is no longer active. To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on
NTB23-018G
Feb 22, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin is no longer active. To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on
NTB23-018F
Jan 24, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin is no longer active. To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on
NTB23-018F
Jan 24, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin is no longer active. To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on
NTB17-003F
Dec 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
FLUID LEAK CAUSED BY TRANSFER ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE DRIVE SHAFT OIL SEAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB21-094B
Dec 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY SEAL REPLACEMENT FOR AWD FRONT DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB22-032B
Nov 2, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
SEAT BELT REMINDER SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
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.
NTB23-018E
Aug 16, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018E
Aug 16, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018E
Aug 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018D
Aug 1, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018D
Aug 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB22-051B
Jul 11, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HORN INOPERATIVE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB22-051B
Jul 11, 2023
110100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
HORN INOPERATIVE 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.
NTB23-038
Apr 24, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
WARNING LIGHT ON WITH DTC C111F STORED AS CRNT IN THE ABS IF YOU CONFIRM DTC C111F (G-SENSOR) is stored as a??CRNTa?? in the ABS Actuator and Electric Unit (Control Unit). IMPORTANT: Do not replace the ABS control unit unless instruc
NTB18-071C
Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SECURITY ALARM SOUNDS AFTER USING MECHANICAL KEY TO UNLOCK DRIVER DOOR This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB14-012I
Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REMOTE ENGINE START NOT WORKING 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.
NTB23-018C
Apr 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018C
Apr 12, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB03-074Q
Apr 5, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
HEADLAMP, FOG LAMP, OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-030
Apr 4, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
CVT SHIFT SELECTOR LEVER KNOB REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SERVICE INFORMATION If the CVT Shift Selector Lever Knob needs to be removed or installed for any reason, refer to the SERVICE PROCEDURE in this bulletin, beginning on page 2.
NTB12-055J
Mar 29, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB21-013B
Mar 29, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
PREVENT FRONT AXLE THREAD DAMAGE DURING NUT REMOVAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018B
Mar 21, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018B
Mar 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018A
Mar 10, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-018A
Mar 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB21-106A
Mar 9, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DTC C1A17-49 OR C2580-49 STORED IN LASER/RADAR This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-071C
Mar 9, 2023
140000 AIR BAGS
DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-071C
Mar 9, 2023
220000 SEATS
DTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB19-042D
Mar 9, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-017A
Mar 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MISSING SXM RADIO CHANNELS This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB23-017.
NTB23-018
Mar 8, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing an infotainment issue or after replacement of the AV Control Unit, it is necessary to verify the current software version of the AV Control Unit to determine i
NTB23-018
Mar 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing an infotainment issue or after replacement of the AV Control Unit, it is necessary to verify the current software version of the AV Control Unit to determine i
NTB23-017A
Mar 8, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
MISSING SXM RADIO CHANNELS This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB23-017.
NTB10-145B
Mar 8, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ABS/VDC CAN DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-017
Mar 1, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
MISSING SXM RADIO CHANNELS IF YOU CONFIRM The customer has an active SXM subscription and is missing the radio channels below: HINT: The SXM radio may also be missing several music genres. ACTION Perform the SERVICE PROCEDURE to upda
NTB23-017
Mar 1, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
MISSING SXM RADIO CHANNELS IF YOU CONFIRM The customer has an active SXM subscription and is missing the radio channels below: HINT: The SXM radio may also be missing several music genres. ACTION Perform the SERVICE PROCEDURE to upda
NTB23-017
Mar 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MISSING SXM RADIO CHANNELS IF YOU CONFIRM The customer has an active SXM subscription and is missing the radio channels below: HINT: The SXM radio may also be missing several music genres. ACTION Perform the SERVICE PROCEDURE to upda
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.
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.
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.
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.
NTB20-010C
Feb 22, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE PERFORMANCE/DIAGNOSIS SERVICE INFORMATION 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.
NTB20-010C
Feb 22, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE PERFORMANCE/DIAGNOSIS SERVICE INFORMATION 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.
NTB22-051A
Feb 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HORN INOPERATIVE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB20-075D
Feb 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOFTWARE UPDATE POP-UP NOTIFICATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB20-085B
Jan 23, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT RESET AFTER AUTOMATIC COLLISION NOTIFICATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB20-085B
Jan 23, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT RESET AFTER AUTOMATIC COLLISION NOTIFICATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB20-085B
Jan 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT RESET AFTER AUTOMATIC COLLISION NOTIFICATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB22-104
Dec 12, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
DIAGNOSING DOOR LOCK OPERATION SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer describes a concern of a door not opening and/or unlocking properly, on any of the APPLIED VEHICLES, use the Questions for the Customer below to help reproduce the conce
NTB22-101
Nov 23, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
DRIVE SHAFT BOOT SERVICE INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION If a Drive Shaft (Axle Shaft) Boot on an APPLIED VEHICLE is found to be leaking grease, AND There is no abnormal noise or obvious CV Joint risk due to water intrusion and/or com
NTB10-029I
Nov 9, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
ABNORMAL NOISE, VIBRATION AND/OR BINDING FEELING FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB20-029F
Nov 1, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TELEMATICS (IVC) SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB12-055I
Sep 27, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB21-013A
Sep 27, 2022
200000 WHEELS
PREVENT FRONT AXLE THREAD DAMAGE DURING NUT REMOVAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB21-013A
Sep 27, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
PREVENT FRONT AXLE THREAD DAMAGE DURING NUT REMOVAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
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).
138
Total Recalls
20,286
Total Complaints
9
Investigations
1,207
Reported Crashes
322
Reported Fires
21
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 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 62 | View |
| 2023 (current) | 0 | 40 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 55 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 120 | View |
| 2020 | 6 | 289 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 359 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 323 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 521 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 791 | View |
| 2015 | 10 | 1,208 | View |
| 2014 | 8 | 1,397 | View |
| 2013 | 12 | 2,982 | View |
| 2012 | 4 | 579 | 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 | 4 | 110 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 141 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 141 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 117 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 216 | View |
| 1994 | 4 | 120 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 150 | View |