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Is the Nissan Altima Reliable?

2007–2022 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.

100/ 100Excellent
0
Total Recalls
0
Owner Complaints
0
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths

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Nissan Altima Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsReliability ScoreRating
202200
100
Excellent
202100
100
Excellent
202000
100
Excellent
201900
100
Excellent

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Altima Compares to Similar Vehicles

Nissan Altima100/100
Sedan Category Average72/100

The Altima scores 28 points above the average sedan — a strong result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nissan Altima reliable?+

The Nissan Altima scores 100/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 4 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 0 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Altima is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Altima achieved the highest reliability score of 100/100 with 0 recalls and 0 complaints.

How many miles does a Altima last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Nissan Altima owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Altima will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Nissan Altima VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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