Nissan Altima Seat Belts Problems
Owners have filed 158 complaints with NHTSA about seat belts problems on the Nissan Altima across 28 model years. The 2013 model year has the most (29). The words owners use most often: “seat belt” (49% of reports).
- 158seat belts complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 42mention a crash
- 41mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 29%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Seat belt: mentioned in 77 of 158 complaints (49%)
- Driver passenger: mentioned in 8 of 158 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do seat belts problems happen?
Based on 83 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 158 complaints, 42 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 41 an injury.
Nissan Altima seat belts complaints by model year
| Model year | Seat Belts complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Altima | 2 | 5% | — |
| 2023 Altima | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2021 Altima | 3 | 4% | 141,000 |
| 2020 Altima | 2 | 1% | — |
| 2019 Altima | 5 | 2% | — |
| 2018 Altima | 3 | 1% | 30,000 |
| 2017 Altima | 4 | 1% | 100,000 |
| 2016 Altima | 5 | 1% | 71,500 |
| 2015 Altima | 10 | 1% | 7,033 |
| 2014 Altima | 9 | 1% | 56,427 |
| 2013 Altima | 29 | 1% | 13,000 |
| 2012 Altima | 5 | 1% | 37,668 |
| 2011 Altima | 4 | 2% | 75,500 |
| 2010 Altima | 6 | 2% | 73,000 |
| 2009 Altima | 3 | 0% | 190,000 |
| 2008 Altima | 7 | 1% | 114,352 |
| 2007 Altima | 4 | 1% | 46,000 |
| 2006 Altima | 4 | 0% | 71,500 |
| 2005 Altima | 9 | 1% | 112,524 |
| 2004 Altima | 3 | 1% | 1,100 |
| 2003 Altima | 9 | 1% | 74,000 |
| 2002 Altima | 6 | 1% | 81,000 |
| 2001 Altima | 6 | 4% | 66,000 |
| 1999 Altima | 2 | 2% | 71,000 |
| 1998 Altima | 2 | 2% | — |
| 1997 Altima | 8 | 7% | 109,403 |
| 1996 Altima | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1995 Altima | 6 | 3% | 111,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Seat belts:front:buckle assembly
Model years: 1997
Problem: Certain buckle assemblies were produced with a "buckle base" that was improperly heat treated. This can cause the "buckle base" to be brittle failing to comply to fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Risk: In the event of a collision, these seat belts may not restrain an occupant increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the buckle assemblies and replace them if necessary.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I purchased this car in April 2023 and in December 2023. I had to get a new battery when I purchased a car. They told me that there was no worries or mishaps with the vehicle they said just only normal wear and tear for is a used vehicle. My car is a 2021 Nissan Altima so the car wouldâve been…
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving on four occasions, the front driver's side seat belt unintendedly unbuckled. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was…
Air bag light stays on and seatbelt light comes on even when nothing is in seat.
My vehicle was in a car accident and during the impact my seat belt came undone
On [XXX] I purchased a brand-new 2024 Nissan Altima SR from Vaden Nissan located at 10421 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419, Phone [redacted]; with approximately 25 miles on the odometer. On the day of purchase, the vehicle emitted a noticeable mold odor inside the cabin. The vehicle was returned…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Nissan Altimas have seat belts problems?
No. NHTSA has 158 owner complaints about seat belts for the Nissan Altima. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Nissan Altima seat belts?
Yes: 1 safety recall list seat belts. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about seat belts problems on the Nissan Altima?
The most frequent phrase is “seat belt”, in 77 of 158 complaints, followed by “driver passenger” (8).
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