Is the Nissan Altima Reliable?
2002–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Nissan Altima Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | 9 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 30 | 7 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 14 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 30 | 5 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 2 | 60 | 5 | — | 77 | Good |
| 2020 | 4 | 138 | 8 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2019 | 6 | 182 | 8 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2018 | 1 | 161 | 1 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 245 | 18 | — | 68 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Altima Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Altima scores 3 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Nissan Altima Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 865 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nissan Altima reliable?+
The Nissan Altima scores 75/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 865 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Altima is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Altima achieved the highest reliability score of 91/100 with 0 recalls and 14 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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