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2024 Nissan Altima problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2024 Nissan Altima is among the quieter years of the Altima on NHTSA's books: 60 complaints (81% below the model's median year), a single recall, and no open investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (10), other (8), and engine (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

60

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

13

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Altima years?

Altima NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted2,976 complaints1993: 150 complaints1994: 120 complaints1995: 216 complaints1996: 117 complaints1997: 141 complaints1998: 141 complaints1999: 110 complaints2000: 199 complaints2001: 202 complaints2002: 1,321 complaints2003: 1,099 complaints2004: 334 complaints2005: 1,364 complaints2006: 1,043 complaints2007: 598 complaints2008: 1,376 complaints2009: 2,150 complaints2010: 541 complaints2011: 320 complaints2012: 577 complaints2013: 2,976 complaints2014: 1,391 complaints2015: 1,197 complaints2016: 781 complaints2017: 507 complaints2018: 320 complaints2019: 344 complaints2020: 278 complaints2021: 111 complaints2022: 52 complaints2023: 37 complaints2024: 60 complaints2025: 10 complaints
Altima NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Nissan Altima problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1017%
Other813%
Steering58%
Engine58%
Brakes58%
Body & Structure47%
Tires & Wheels47%
Transmission47%
Seats47%
Electrical System35%
Airbags23%
Fuel System23%
Seat Belts23%
Suspension12%
Visibility & Wipers12%

Does the 2024 Nissan Altima have recalls?

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

23V882000SteeringDecember 21, 2023 · 5 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Altima vehicles. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.

Consequence

A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC997.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I went to stop at a stop sign and the breaks didn’t not work causing a collision, prior to I heard a loud clinking noise and my car smelled like burning rubber. Blind spot didn’t not light up accurately or notify me correctly.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 8, 2023 · crash

“Driving on the freeway and I noticed smoke coming from under the hood so I pulled over and didn't know what caused the fire”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 21, 2025 · fire

“Driving on the freeway and I noticed smoke coming from under the hood so I pulled over and didn't know what caused the fire”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 21, 2025 · fire

“Steering becomes tight and “feels to lock up” with no control. Happened 2 times previously, 3rd time resulted in a crash. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 14, 2024 · crash

“I went to stop at a stop sign and the breaks didn’t not work causing a collision, prior to I heard a loud clinking noise and my car smelled like burning rubber. Blind spot didn’t not light up accurately or notify me correctly.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 8, 2023 · crash

2024 Nissan Altima — common questions

Is the 2024 Nissan Altima reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 60 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Altima year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2024 Altima problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (10 complaints), other (8 complaints), engine (5 complaints).

Does the 2024 Nissan Altima have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2024 Nissan Altima. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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 2024 Nissan Altima?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 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.