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2024 Nissan Altima recalls & problems

The 2024 Nissan Altima has 1 safety recall and 41 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other (8 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints41filed by owners
Crashes · fires7 · 1reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2024 Nissan Altima in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

SteeringDec 21, 2023

Rack and pinion

Recall 23V8820005 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Altima vehicles. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
Risk
A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC997.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk9.2%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk9.2%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2024 Nissan Altima NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2024 Nissan Altima NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Altima

31mpg combined
City / highway27 / 38 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

Altima SL/SR

30mpg combined
City / highway27 / 36 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,250/year to fuel

Altima AWD

29mpg combined
City / highway26 / 34 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel

Altima SR

29mpg combined
City / highway25 / 34 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (AV-S8) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,300/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Unknown or other8010—
Service brakes5301—
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking; Warnings5201—
Steering5202—
StructureBody; Body › Door5000—
Engine5110—
Power train4101—
Back over preventionRearview system braking; Warnings4000—
SeatsFront assembly › Seat heater/cooler4001—
Electrical system3000—
Air bags2202—
Wheels2101—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.