2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Altima Hybrid years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid. That ranks 4th out of 5 Altima Hybrid model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 33%), typically at around 73,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 fires. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 12owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 33% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 33% | 71,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 17% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 8% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 8% | 5,230 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8% | 36,433 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 8% | 9,020 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 8% | 9,020 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 8% | 42 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima hybrid. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the battery and the computer system needed to be replaced. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
Toyota prius hybrid recall - toyota hybrid prius system which is currently under two hybrid system recalls used by nissan altima hybrids 2007-2011. My vehicle unexpectly and suddenly loss engine power while driving on the highway, no warning lights or prior mechanical issues prior to this event…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima hybrid. While the vehicle was parked at home, it would not start due to a defective sensor. The vehicle eventually started and was driven to a dealer where the failure was determined to be the defective sensor. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage…
The "check engine light" came on. The code associated with the issue is p0448. The problem is with the evap canister vent control valve. We are the original car owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima hybrid. The contact stated that while driving uphill, the transmission shifted gears independently and without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000. The vin was…
Other Nissan Altima Hybrid years
← 2009 Altima Hybrid · 2011 Altima Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Altima Hybrid | 4 | 0 |
| 2010 | 12 | 0 |
| 2009 Altima Hybrid | 54 | 0 |
| 2008 Altima Hybrid | 16 | 1 |
| 2007 Altima Hybrid | 27 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Altima Hybrid model years, the 2010 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.