Nissan Altima 2024 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Nissan Altima 2024 and 41 complaints filed by owners. It has 77% fewer complaints than the average Nissan Altima from 2016–2025 (175 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Nissan Altima 2024? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Nissan Altima 2024
Steering
NHTSA campaign 23V882000 · 2023-12-21
What happens
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.
Consequence
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
41 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
7 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 6 injuries
Most reported problems on the Nissan Altima 2024
- Structure and body: 5 (12% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 5 (12% of complaints)
- Brakes: 5 (12% of complaints)
- Engine: 5 (12% of complaints)
- Steering: 5 (12% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Nissan Altima 2024
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Look for frame rust, welds or uneven paint that point to accidents.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Nissan Altima recalls by year
- 2016 : 4 recalls · 553 complaints
- 2017 : 3 recalls · 391 complaints
- 2018 : 2 recalls · 226 complaints
- 2019 : 7 recalls · 232 complaints
- 2020 : 6 recalls · 179 complaints
- 2021 : 2 recalls · 70 complaints
- 2022 : 0 recalls · 20 complaints
- 2023 : 0 recalls · 29 complaints
- 2024 : 1 recalls · 41 complaints
- 2025 : 2 recalls · 7 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Nissan Altima 2024 have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Nissan Altima 2024. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Nissan Altima 2024?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: structure and body (5 of 41 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).