2021 Nissan Altima: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings
The 2021 Nissan Altima has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 69 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.
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The 2021 Nissan Altima has 2 safety recall campaigns and 69 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Altima had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.
Safety recalls
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
What owners complain about
The systems 2021 Nissan Altima owners report most often to federal regulators:
NHTSA crash-test ratings
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. The 2021 Nissan Altima has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.
What problems do 2021 Nissan Altima owners report?
Owners have filed 69 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan Altima, most often about the forward collision avoidance, electrical system, service brakes.
How do I check a specific Altima's history?
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