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2024 Nissan Altima Problems

What owners have reported about the 2024 Nissan Altima, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2024 Nissan Altima a good year?

It's one of the better years for the Altima. Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA, the 15th most of 17 Altima model years. The most reported problems involve the brakes, emergency braking system and steering.

41 complaints 1 recall 15th worst of 17 Altima years

Top 2024 Nissan Altima problems

1

Brake problems

5 complaints (12%) name the brakes.

Complaints 5

2

Emergency braking problems

5 complaints (12%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.

Complaints 5 · Usually at 21,000–21,000 miles

3

Steering problems

5 complaints (12%) name the steering.

Complaints 5 · Recall 23V882000

4

Body problems

5 complaints (12%) name the body and structure, most often the body and door.

Complaints 5 · Usually at 80,000–80,000 miles

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Unknown or Other 20%
Brakes 12%
Emergency Braking 12%
Steering 12%
Body 12%
Engine 12%
Transmission 10%
Seats 10%
Electrical 7%
Backup Camera 7%

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2024 Nissan Altima recalls

Rack and pinion

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. A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge.

Recall 23V882000 · Dec 2023
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Altima years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2013 Altima 2,313
2009 Altima 1,547
2014 Altima 1,114
2008 Altima 1,030
2015 Altima 955
2016 Altima 554
2012 Altima 426
2017 Altima 392
2010 Altima 381
2011 Altima 241
2019 Altima 233
2018 Altima 226
2020 Altima 158
2021 Altima 70
2024 Altima 41
2022 Altima 31
2023 Altima 30

Common questions

Is the 2024 Nissan Altima a reliable year?

It's one of the better years for the Altima. Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA, the 15th most of 17 Altima model years. The most reported problems involve the brakes, emergency braking system and steering.

What are the most common 2024 Nissan Altima problems?

Owners most often report problems with the brakes, emergency braking system, steering and body and structure. 5 complaints (12%) name the brakes.

How many recalls does the 2024 Nissan Altima have?

1. Rack and pinion (23V882000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2024 Nissan Altima?

Ask for service records covering the brakes, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2023, 2022 and 2024 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.