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1N4AL3AP1EN2538232014 NISSAN Altima

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Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
8
8 campaigns found
Safety Grade
D
62/100 composite
Complaints
None
Clean record
Vehicle Age
12 yrs
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

2014 NISSAN Altima was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 8 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

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Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2014 NISSAN Altima

2014 NISSAN Altima was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 8 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

  • 8 open recalls including safety-critical systems (Airbag system recall; Fuel system recall)
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of 100
Low Risk
Low risk profile — minor signals only, likely routine.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
1 Contributing Risk Factor
8 model-wide recalls on record
+12
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
NISSAN
Model
Altima
Year
2014
Body Style
Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Drive Type
4x2
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
2.5L
Doors
4
Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Assembly
CANTON, MISSISSIPPI, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Assembly Plant Quality

Nissan North America (Canton)

B+Quality77/100
Good📍 CANTON, MISSISSIPPI

Builds Titan, Frontier, Armada, Murano, and Altima. Solid quality record.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

Overall Safety Grade
D
Score: 62/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety12/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
60/100High
  • ▸Airbag system recall
  • ▸Fuel system recall
Modern Safety Index
2/100
Basic
1 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Fire Risk Assessment
Low
  • ▸1 fuel system recall(s) — potential ignition risk
Lemon Law Risk Indicator
Elevated
  • ⚠3 recalls on same component: Safety Systems
  • ⚠3 recalls on same component: Body/Structure

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

Driver Assistance Features

ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database

Forward Collision Warning?Unknown
Automatic Emergency Braking?Unknown
Pedestrian AEB?Unknown
Rear AEB?Unknown
Lane Departure Warning?Unknown
Lane Keep Assist?Unknown
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot Monitoring?Unknown
Rear Cross Traffic Alert?Unknown
Adaptive Cruise Control?Unknown
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High Beam?Unknown
Parking Assist?Unknown
Backup Camera?Unknown
Electronic Stability Control?Unknown
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data Recorder?Unknown
Crash Notification?Unknown
Dynamic Brake Support?Unknown
Keyless Ignition?Unknown
Recalls8

NHTSA Safety Recalls

8 RECALLS
8found
ℹ

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 8 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 8 recalls is ~74%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

74%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

NISSAN Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
84%Fair

NISSAN completes recalls at a fair rate (84%). If this vehicle has open recalls, follow up with a dealer — average remedy time is ~21 months.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~21 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
21mo
#16V911000
Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima vehicles manufactured January 3, 2013, to July 29, 2013, 2015-2016 Rogue vehicles manufactured October 14, 2014, to August 12, 2016, and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured June 4, 2015, to August 19, 2015. An incorrect Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have been installed in the front passenger seat. The incorrect ECU and seat combination may misclassify the front passenger seat occupant.
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ConsequenceIf the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may deploy incorrectly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Est. Repair Completion~87%

~13% chance this vehicle is still unrepaired

Low Risk

Source: NHTSA published Takata completion data

#14V138000
Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, model year 2013 NV200 (aka Taxi) and Infiniti JX35 and model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 and QX60 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) software may incorrectly classify the passenger seat as empty, when it is occupied by an adult.
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ConsequenceIf the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#15V486000
Apr 2015

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) notified the agency on July 31, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2016 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 18, 2015. On October 14, 2015, Nissan expanded the recall to cover an additional 41,388 vehicles, including certain model year 2013-2015 Altima 3.5 vehicles equipped with a V6 engine manufactured March 30, 2012, to August 18, 2015 as well as the vehicles covered by the July 31, 2015 notification. In the affected vehicles, due to an improperly installed o-ring that may not have been seated correctly at the time of assembly, fuel may leak during a crash from the area where the fuel sending unit attaches to the fuel tank.
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ConsequenceIf fuel leaks from between the fuel sending unit and the tank, it may increase the risk of a fire in the event of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~69%

~31% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#15V681000
Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima and Pathfinder vehicles, 2013-2014 Nissan Sentra vehicles, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles, 2014-2015 Infiniti QX60 vehicles and 2014 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles received an incorrect occupant classification system (OCS) control unit during a repair. These OCS control units may incorrectly classify the front passenger seat as empty, when it is occupied by an adult.
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ConsequenceIf the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger air bag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger.
Est. Repair Completion~87%

~13% chance this vehicle is still unrepaired

Low Risk

Source: NHTSA published Takata completion data

#16V244000
Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.
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ConsequenceIf the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Est. Repair Completion~87%

~13% chance this vehicle is still unrepaired

Low Risk

Source: NHTSA published Takata completion data

#15V116000
Invalid Date

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured March 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
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ConsequenceIf the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#16V029000
Invalid Date

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured March 6, 2012, to December 31, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the secondary hood latch may bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
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ConsequenceIf the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#20V315000
Invalid Date

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 Nissan Altima vehicles. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch may corrode over time.
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ConsequenceCorrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. If the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Est. Repair Completion~69%

~31% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

Recall Age — How Long Open
LONG-STANDING OPEN
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
11.3yr open

⚠ One or more recalls have been open for over 5 years — may never have been repaired on this vehicle.

First Recall
04/08/2015
8 total campaigns
Systems Recalled
Safety SystemsElectricalFuel SystemBody/Structure
Recall Remedy Breakdown
4
Part Replacements
4
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
⚠ 1 recall is over 2 years old — statistically less likely to have been completed. Verify repair status with any dealer using your VIN.
Complaints

Manufacturer Extended Warranties & Special Coverage

1 known program match this vehicle — verify current eligibility with dealer using your VIN

ACTIVEEXTENDED WARRANTYPonzio v. Nissan Settlement
Nissan CVT Extended Warranty (Jatco JF016 / JF017)
Transmission – CVT (Jatco JF016E / JF017E)
COVERAGE:Extended to 5 years / 60,000 miles; some class action settlements provide additional coverage

Nissan's Jatco continuously variable transmissions (CVT) suffer from overheating, shuddering, sudden deceleration, and premature failure. Nissan extended the CVT warranty following class action lawsuits. In some cases the warranty was extended further to 84,000 miles for documented repeat-failure vehicles. A class action settlement (Ponzio v. Nissan) provided additional reimbursement rights.

HOW TO CLAIM: Contact Nissan Consumer Affairs (1-800-647-7261) and provide your VIN to check for any CVT extended warranty applicable to your specific model year and variant. Ask the dealer to check for any open special coverage authorizations in their warranty system.

Coverage eligibility depends on your VIN, original sale date, and current mileage. Always verify with an authorized dealer or manufacturer customer service — programs may have been updated since this database was compiled.

Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Ownership Cost Estimate

Based on EPA fuel data, standard depreciation, and US average insurance/maintenance costs

$2,000
Annual Fuel
EPA estimate
$1,800
Annual Insurance
US average
$2,400
Annual Maintenance
12-yr-old vehicle avg
$0
Annual Depreciation
Current period
Estimated 5-Year Total Cost
Fuel + Insurance + Maintenance + Depreciation
$31,000

Estimates use EPA fuel economy data, AAA 2024 national averages for insurance and maintenance, and a standard depreciation curve. Actual costs vary by location, driving habits, and vehicle condition.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$33,114
~$552/mo over 5 yrs
$0.2/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$9,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$5,114

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $33,114 (~$552/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

8 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$4,000
1 recall over 2 years old — likely uncompleted−$400
Total recommended deduction−$4,400

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2014 NISSAN Altima — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION has been repaired
Recall on record for: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima vehicles manufactured January 3, 20
HIGH
Verify recall ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE has been repaired
Recall on record for: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, mode
HIGH
Verify recall FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE has been repaired
Recall on record for: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) notified the agency on July 31, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 201
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:FRONTAL has been repaired
Recall on record for: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima and Pathfinder vehicles, 2013-2014
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION has been repaired
Recall on record for: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

15%
18-month
28%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 28%

15% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

  • ▸Multiple prior recalls — pattern of safety issues on this model

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Official NISSAN Maintenance Guide ↗Search Owner's Manual ↗

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

Public sale records from Copart, IAAI, and auction aggregators

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$1,450–$1,850/yr
~$121–$154/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▼ 12-year-old vehicle: −18% (depreciated ACV lowers full-coverage cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History

Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

NISSAN has been fined $3M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2014: Failure to file required Early Warning Reports on vehicle defects.

2014$3MFailure to file required Early Warning Reports on vehicle defects

State-Specific Legal Protections

What consumer laws apply to this vehicle purchase in your state

Select your state to see what consumer protection laws, lemon law coverage, and title disclosure requirements apply to this vehicle purchase.

Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN1N4AL3AP1EN253823
Model Year2014
MakeNISSAN
ModelAltima
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR

Body & Configuration

Body StyleSedan/Saloon
Doors4
Drive Type4x2
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Displacement (L)2.5

Manufacturer

ManufacturerNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Assembly CityCANTON
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)1N4
Check Digit (Char 9)1
Model Year Code (Char 10)E
Plant Code (Char 11)N
Sequence (Chars 12–17)253823

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count8
NHTSA Complaint Count0

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

1
1
N
2
4
3
A
4
L
5
3
6
A
7
P
8
1
9
E
10
N
11
2
12
5
13
3
14
8
15
2
16
3
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
1
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
N
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
4
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
AL3AP
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
1
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
E
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
N
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
253823
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (1)
Model Year Character
"E" → 2014
Could also be 1984
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Reliability Scores
Year-by-year reliability ratings
Years to Avoid
Best & worst model years ranked
Common Problems
Owner complaints & known defects
All NHTSA Recalls
Complete recall campaign history
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 8/1/2026, 4:43:30 AM.