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2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 40 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.0 times the median Altima Hybrid year — the 2007 model ranks #2 of 5 Altima Hybrid years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (8), electrical system (7), and suspension (6), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

40

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Altima Hybrid years?

Altima Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted81 complaints2007: 40 complaints2008: 20 complaints2009: 81 complaints2010: 16 complaints2011: 9 complaints
Altima Hybrid NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags820%
Electrical System718%
Suspension615%
Engine410%
Brakes410%
Other25%
Fuel System25%
Speed Control25%
Body & Structure25%
Tires & Wheels13%
Seats13%
Lighting13%

Does the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08V521000Electrical SystemOctober 7, 2008 · 204,361 units

Defect

NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A CURB, THROUGH A FENCE, AND CRASHED INTO A WALL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · June 18, 2012 · crash

“INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) DEAR SIR/MS., I WOULD LIKE TO INFORM YOU THAT MY CAR (2007 NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID) ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND ABRUPTLY (FIRST FORWARD AND THEN BACKWARDS), FULL THROTTLE, ON FEBRUARY 21, 2010, WHEN I WAS TRYING TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 21, 2010 · crash

“HAD TO REPLACE REAR STABILIZER BAR AT DEALER TODAY. PART LOOKED DEFECTIVE. IT WAS HOLLOW, RUSTED AND CORRODED. IT JUST SNAPPED ON ITS OWN. I HAVE SEEN NUMEROUS POSTINGS AND COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS PART ON THIS MAKE MODEL AND YEAR, WHERE THE OWNER HAD THE SAME EXACT ISSUE AND WAS FORCED TO PAY FOR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · June 16, 2014

“WAS TOLD CAR NEEDED NEW HYBRID BATTERY, HAD REPLACED, NEXT TOLD INVERTER NEEDED REPLACING, CAR STILL NOT WORKING. NISSAN ENGINEER HAS NOW LOOKED AT CAR TWICE, LAST TIME 10/26 AND STILL WAITING TO FIND OUT WHAT IS WRONG. VEHICLE STOPPED STARTING ORIGINALLY AND WAS TOLD HYBRID BATTERY PACK.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 26, 2016

“THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH SYSTEM IS FAILING ON THE NISSAN ALTIMA. HYBRIDS AND 2.5S THE RESULT IS THAT YOU DRIVE THE CAR WITHOUT KNOWING THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM BECAUSE ISSUED NTB10-139 REQUIRING REPLACMENT OF SWTICH AND HARNESS SUB ASSEMBLY. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 1, 2011

2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid — common questions

Is the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 40 complaints put the 2007 model at #2 of 5 Altima Hybrid years. It is one of the Altima Hybrid years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 Altima Hybrid problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (8 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints), suspension (6 complaints).

Does the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Nissan Altima Hybrid years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Altima Hybrid years to avoid are 2009, 2007. The cleanest record among Altima Hybrid years belongs to 2011.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.