2023 Nissan Altima problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2023 Nissan Altima is among the quieter years of the Altima on NHTSA's books: 37 complaints (88% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 10 reports (27% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
37
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
10
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2023 compare to other Altima years?
What are the most common 2023 Nissan Altima problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 27% | ▲ up |
| Driver Assistance | 6 | 16% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 5 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Other | 5 | 14% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 4 | 11% | — flat |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“Attempted to start 2023 Nissan Altima. Engine did not turn over. Dashboard lights came on and then shut off. No further response. Had Altima towed to Nissan Dealer and after two weeks of sitting at the dealership. We were informed that the BCM unit needed to be replaced and fobs reprogrammed. Cause…”
“A car slammed on brakes in front of me and I hit the brakes but my car still hit the other car messing it up pretty badly. No one was hurt but the car has stopped automatically before, itâs like the sensors couldnât tell I vehicle had stopped or was even in front of me. ”
“My car shuts off going down the road happens randomly it happened in July of 2024 and in November 2024 no warning lights came on it just shuts off I have not had my car looked at yet but I do plan on taking it to a dealer ”
“My mechanic noticed oil leaking near the oil pressure switch during a routine oil change. Told me to take it to dealership since I should still be under warranty. When I took it in, they very quickly were able to access that the oil pressure switch was faulty. Mechanic said it is a known problem.…”
“A car slammed on brakes in front of me and I hit the brakes but my car still hit the other car messing it up pretty badly. No one was hurt but the car has stopped automatically before, itâs like the sensors couldnât tell I vehicle had stopped or was even in front of me. ”
2023 Nissan Altima — common questions
Is the 2023 Nissan Altima reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 37 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Altima year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2023 Altima problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (10 complaints), driver assistance (6 complaints), other (5 complaints).
Does the 2023 Nissan Altima have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2023 Nissan Altima.
Which Nissan Altima years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Altima years to avoid are 2013, 2009, 2014, 2008, 2005, 2002, 2015, 2003, 2006, 2016, 2007, 2012, 2010, 2017, 2019, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022. The cleanest record among Altima years belongs to 2025.
How safe is the 2023 Nissan Altima?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Nissan Altima earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
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.