Verdict
2024 Nissan Altima: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 Nissan Altima — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most sedan.
Owners filed 39 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 82% of 2024 sedans. Unknown Or Other leads the reports (18%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
39
Reports to NHTSA, 2024
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
31
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 82% of 2024 sedans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (18% of 39 reports), followed by steering (13%).
+ 6 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 39 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11690465, ODI 11634995, ODI 11628161, ODI 11588531, ODI 11574216.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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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.
Risk: 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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 27 | 38 | 31 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2024 Nissan Altima: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2024 Nissan Altima?
Owners filed 39 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 Nissan Altima — more complaints than 82% of comparable 2024 sedans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2024 Nissan Altima?
The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (18% of complaints) and steering (13%).
How many recalls does the 2024 Nissan Altima have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2024 Nissan Altima, covering components such as steering. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Nissan Altima get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Nissan Altima at 31 mpg combined.