Climate control and thermal performance
Track weak cooling or heating, odors, intermittent operation, ambient conditions, and parts or refrigerant work performed.
Nissan model guide
If your Nissan Altima keeps returning for warranty repair, remains out of service, or has an unresolved condition, build the complete record before deciding what California remedies may apply.
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Independent model research guide
A strong model-level review separates searchable vehicle information from proof. The useful evidence is the warranty and chronological record showing what this vehicle did, what was reported, and what the authorized facility attempted.
Recall, campaign, and repair information is often year- and VIN-specific. Use the exact vehicle identity instead of assuming every version of the model is the same.
Model-aware documentation
These are investigation prompts, not statements that the model has each problem. Select only the categories that match the actual vehicle and repair orders.
Track weak cooling or heating, odors, intermittent operation, ambient conditions, and parts or refrigerant work performed.
Photograph the location and resulting damage, note weather conditions, and preserve any leak testing or body-repair findings.
Record the operating conditions, warning messages, speed, temperature, and whether the concern returned after repair.
Note hesitation, harsh engagement, slipping, vibration, or loss of response and the exact conditions in which it occurs.
Save photographs of warning lights, no-start events, battery replacements, diagnostic codes, and modules tested or replaced.
Identify update or calibration numbers, failed features, reset attempts, and whether the same symptom returned after programming.
Vehicle safety and service records
Find your model year, distinguish a safety recall from a service bulletin or owner report, and compare the records with your vehicle’s VIN, equipment, and repair history.
Indexed source review: September 24, 2026 · Model-year window: 2021–2026
Model year 2021
The 2021 Altima index includes 2 distinct safety campaigns, covering steering, visibility, cameras, and driver assistance. Owner-report entries are most numerous in visibility, cameras, and driver assistance (27) and brakes and stability control (21). 106 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Nissan North America, Inc..
Reported condition: “The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.”
Applicability in the source: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 21V138000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Nissan North America, Inc..
Reported condition: “Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear …”
Applicability in the source: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V628000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 27 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (9), noise or vibration (3), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 21 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (6), noise or vibration (4), shifting or acceleration (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 21 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), charging or battery concerns (3), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 12 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), software or module updates (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (3). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports
The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Service information · 43 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (11), software or module updates (9), charging or battery concerns (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 17 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (7), leaks or water entry (6), shifting or acceleration (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 13 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (8), software or module updates (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 7 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 5 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 5 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), software or module updates (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 4 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Agency record · No closure date in index
The 2021 Altima is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.
Agency summary excerpt: “NHTSA is opening this audit query to investigate whether The Hertz Corporation (Hertz) has complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Safety Act). The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a rental company …”
The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a rental company shall not rent a vehicle subject to a safety recall unless the recall remedy has been performed. 49 U.S.C. § 30120(i).NHTSA is in receipt of information that indicates Hertz rented vehicles to customers without …
NHTSA AQ22003 — investigation history and official disposition
Agency record · Closed
The 2021 Altima is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.
Agency summary excerpt: “On December 13, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-023 to investigate allegations of engine failures leading to loss of motive power in model year (MY) 2021-2023 Nissan Rogue; MY 2019-2021 Nissan Altima; and MY 2019-2021 Infiniti QX50 …”
In addition, Nissan will extend the vehicle warranty to 10 years and 120,000 miles for the recall subject vehicle population after the dealer performs the inspection. In view of the recall action (25V437) taken by Nissan, ODI is closing this Preliminary Evaluation. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by future circumstances.
NHTSA PE23023 — investigation history and official disposition
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2021 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · FWD
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2021 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · AWD
Model year 2022
No safety-recall campaign was supplied for this model year in the indexed search. That is not a current VIN clearance. Owner-report entries are most numerous in visibility, cameras, and driver assistance (11) and equipment and other reported systems (9). 32 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Consumer allegations · 11 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), software or module updates (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 9 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), starting or stalling (1), software or module updates (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (2), starting or stalling (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 7 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), charging or battery concerns (2), starting or stalling (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (3), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), charging or battery concerns (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 11 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 5 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 4 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), software or module updates (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), leaks or water entry (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Agency record · No closure date in index
The 2022 Altima is listed in this investigation record. An investigation concerns an agency inquiry; its opening is not a final defect determination, and closure alone is not a finding that every vehicle is safe or repaired.
Agency summary excerpt: “NHTSA is opening this audit query to investigate whether The Hertz Corporation (Hertz) has complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Safety Act). The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a rental company …”
The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a rental company shall not rent a vehicle subject to a safety recall unless the recall remedy has been performed. 49 U.S.C. § 30120(i).NHTSA is in receipt of information that indicates Hertz rented vehicles to customers without …
NHTSA AQ22003 — investigation history and official disposition
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2022 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · AWD
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2022 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · FWD
Model year 2023
No safety-recall campaign was supplied for this model year in the indexed search. That is not a current VIN clearance. Owner-report entries are most numerous in electrical systems and software (10) and equipment and other reported systems (6). 30 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (5), charging or battery concerns (3), software or module updates (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), leaks or water entry (2), inspection or repair procedures (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 11 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (2), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 5 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 5 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 3 distinct communications
The text includes references to noise or vibration (3), leaks or water entry (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the lamp or signal involved, conditions of use, warning indicators, and repair results against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2023 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · AWD
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2023 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · FWD
Model year 2024
The 2024 Altima index includes 1 distinct safety campaign, covering steering. Owner-report entries are most numerous in visibility, cameras, and driver assistance (10) and equipment and other reported systems (8). 17 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Nissan North America, Inc..
Reported condition: “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.”
Applicability in the source: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Altima vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Nissan's number for this recall is PC997.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 23V882000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 10 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (4), shifting or acceleration (2), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 8 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 6 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), inspection or repair procedures (3), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), shifting or acceleration (2), starting or stalling (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve pedal response, warning lights, road conditions, and the technician’s findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), leaks or water entry (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (2), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 5 distinct reports
The text includes references to starting or stalling (1), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve engine warnings, temperature, operating conditions, fluid levels, and repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 4 distinct reports
The text includes references to inspection or repair procedures (2), warnings or diagnostic codes (1), noise or vibration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 3 distinct reports
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (3), starting or stalling (1), shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA complaint source dataset · NHTSA complaint source dataset
Service information · 5 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (2). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 4 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1), inspection or repair procedures (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 3 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset · NHTSA manufacturer-communication source dataset
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to warnings or diagnostic codes (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 1 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check steering effort, vehicle speed, direction of travel, and diagnostic findings against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2024 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · AWD
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2024 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · FWD
Model year 2025
The 2025 Altima index includes 2 distinct safety campaigns, covering body and closures, airbags, belts, and seating. Owner-report entries are most numerous in visibility, cameras, and driver assistance (2) and airbags, belts, and seating (1). 4 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Nissan North America, Inc..
Reported condition: “The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, …”
Applicability in the source: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V023000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Safety recall
The campaign addresses crash risk, injury risk involving the listed component. Its applicability is limited to the affected vehicles and equipment described by Nissan North America, Inc..
Reported condition: “The front passenger air bag and front passenger knee air bag may have been installed with incorrect mounting fasteners, which can cause the air bags not to deploy as intended.”
Applicability in the source: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima vehicles.
Remedy and status excerpt: Dealers will replace the air bag mounting fasteners, free of charge. Nissan's number for this recall is PD202. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 17, 2026.
A model-year match does not establish that this VIN is affected or still unrepaired. Keep the campaign number, dealer repair order, and completion date together.
NHTSA 26V526000 — official recall, affected vehicles, and remedy
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the seating position, restraint equipment, warning messages, and installed parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 2 distinct reports
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve weather, visibility, displayed warnings, software versions, and sensor calibration.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve the exact customer concern, affected equipment, configuration, and final repair findings.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve fuel or charging conditions, power loss, warning messages, and confirmed diagnosis.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to noise or vibration (1), leaks or water entry (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve speed, road conditions, tire condition, alignment measurements, and replaced parts.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Consumer allegations · 1 distinct reports
The text includes references to shifting or acceleration (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
These submissions are grouped by their NHTSA component tags. They are allegations, not agency findings, and a report can carry more than one tag. For a case-specific comparison, preserve gear selection, speed, load, vibration, and the repair procedure performed.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
The text includes references to software or module updates (1), charging or battery concerns (1). These are text themes, not verified causes or separate failure counts.
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check warning messages, battery tests, software versions, module replacements, and recurrence against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2025 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · FWD
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2025 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · AWD
Model year 2026
No safety-recall campaign was supplied for this model year in the indexed search. That is not a current VIN clearance. 2 manufacturer communications are organized separately below so workshop instructions are not mistaken for confirmed owner failures. Start with any applicable safety instructions, then match the service documents and reported conditions to the actual repair orders.
Service information · 2 distinct communications
This group collects manufacturer instructions under the listed system. A bulletin may concern diagnosis, routine service, parts, software, or administration; its existence does not establish that every vehicle has a defect. Check the affected panel or closure, water entry, noise, photographs, and repair attempts against the document’s VIN, trim, and equipment limits.
Examples are selected from the beginning, middle, and end of this group’s date-ordered records; they are not a frequency or severity ranking.
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2026 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · AWD
NHTSA safety-data entry
Overall: 5 of 5 stars · Frontal: 4 of 5 stars · Side: 5 of 5 stars · Rollover: 5 of 5 stars
These results belong to the stated model year and configuration. Do not transfer them to a different body style, drivetrain, or trim. A rating does not resolve whether a particular vehicle has an open recall or recurring repair condition.
NHTSA safety-rating dataset — 2026 Nissan Altima, 4 DR · FWD
Repair chronology
Place the final repair orders in date and mileage order. Compare the customer complaint, technician findings, correction, and post-repair result instead of relying only on a dealer summary or online discussion.
Do not combine multiple visits into one estimate. Open and close dates, mileage, parts delays, diagnostic time, and the date the vehicle was actually available can answer different questions.
California legal framework
California Civil Code section 1793.2 addresses warranty repair obligations and, in specified circumstances, replacement or restitution after a reasonable number of repair attempts. Section 1793.22 defines the Tanner presumption and “nonconformity.” Those provisions require a fact-specific analysis.
Identify the written coverage in effect when the concern was presented.
Show when and how the manufacturer or authorized facility received the vehicle.
Document the effect on use, value, or safety rather than relying on labels.
Compare restitution, replacement, negotiated resolutions, offsets, and supporting damages.
Warranty and escalation record
A manufacturer warranty, certified coverage, dealer promise, and separately purchased service contract may have different obligors and terms. Preserve each document instead of calling all coverage an “extended warranty.”
Save every Nissan dealer message, repair authorization, parts-delay explanation, manufacturer case number, and written response. A phone call may matter, but a dated email, text, or letter usually makes the sequence easier to prove.
Primary and practical sources
More Nissan guides
Clear answers
It may, but the model name alone does not decide eligibility. A review should match the exact vehicle to an applicable written warranty and examine the repair opportunities, recurring nonconformity, mileage, downtime, and effect on use, value, or safety.
There is no universal count that decides every case. California’s Tanner presumption describes specific circumstances, but claims can require a broader analysis of whether the manufacturer had a reasonable opportunity to repair the warranty problem.
No. Recall, campaign, complaint, or bulletin information may provide context, but it does not prove the condition exists in this vehicle or establish a lemon law claim. Use VIN-specific information and the actual repair record.
Keep the purchase or lease agreement, warranty booklet, every final repair order, current registration and payoff information, photographs or videos, towing and rental records, and dealer or manufacturer messages and case numbers.
Possibly. The answer depends on the transaction, vehicle history, warranty that applied, timing of the repair visits, and other facts. A used or leased vehicle should be evaluated from its own documents.
Depending on the facts and current law, possible outcomes can include restitution or repurchase, replacement, a negotiated cash resolution, warranty relief, incidental damages, or other remedies. No particular outcome is guaranteed.
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