Nissan Altra Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 1 safety recall on file for the Nissan Altra, across 2 model years (2000–2002). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Nissan Altra years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Altra model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 Altra: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Nissan Altra problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Nissan Altra model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Altra | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2000 Altra | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Altra years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Nissan Altra?
Air Bags, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Nissan Altra have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.