GREEN CHOICE
The EPA has certified this vehicle as among the 20 percent lowest-emitting passenger vehicles for its model year, based on government greenhouse gas and smog ratings.
2021
Nissan Altima
EPA MPG:
32 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
32 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2025 Altima will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022 and 2023 models, and the Nissan brand score.
The 2021 Nissan Altima has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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The 2021 Nissan Altima has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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2021 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability
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Nissan vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
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Engine Minor
NA
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Engine Cooling
NA
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NA
NA
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Engine Electrical
NA
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Transmission Major
NA
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NA
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NA
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Transmission Minor
NA
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NA
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NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
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NA
NA
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Electrical Accessories
NA
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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Noises/Leaks
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In-car Electronics
NA
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Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
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2001
NA
2002*
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2007*
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2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Powertrain
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NA
2002*
NA
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NA
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NA
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2011
2012
2013*
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2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Major
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
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2004
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2005
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2006
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2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Minor
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
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2006
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2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Cooling
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Engine Electrical
2000
NA
2001
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2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
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2007*
NA
2008
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2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
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2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Transmission Major
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
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2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
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2024
NA
Transmission Minor
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Drive System
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
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NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Exhaust
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007*
NA
2008
2009
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2012
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2015
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2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
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2024
NA
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
NA
2001
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2002*
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2003
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2005
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2006
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2008
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2019*
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2021
NA
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2024
NA
Brakes
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NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
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2005
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2006
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2007*
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2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
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2014
2015
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2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Climate System
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2001
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2002*
NA
2003
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2004
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2005
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2006
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2007*
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2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
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2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Build Quality
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Electrical Accessories
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NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Body Hardware
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NA
2001
NA
2002*
NA
2003
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2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
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2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Paint/Trim
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2001
NA
2002*
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2003
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2004
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2005
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2006
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2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
NA
Noises/Leaks
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2001
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2002*
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2003
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2004
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2005
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2006
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2007*
NA
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
NA
2022
2023
2024
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Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
NA
2001
NA
2002*
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2003
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2004
NA
2005
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2006
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2007*
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2008
2009
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2013*
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2019*
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2022
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2024
NA
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Sep 08, 2023
A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. 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 Visibility."
What should you do:
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. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
23V628000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
153376
STEERING
Mar 04, 2021
A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
What should you do:
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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
21V138000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
2407
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