Car Defect Radar
Built from NHTSA complaints and recalls collected for this model, generated September 22, 2026. Totals reflect what has been collected, not every complaint ever filed.

Recalls

0 total

Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.

No recalls on record for this model

No safety recalls were found in this dataset. It is still worth entering the exact VIN on NHTSA before purchase, since recalls can be added at any time.

Owner complaints by system

380 total

Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.

Engine & powertrain

Worth reading
113

Most reports here involve transmission slipping. Of these, 6 mention a crash, 6 mention an injury.

transmission slipping 48sudden stalling 30unintended acceleration 8
A recent report: I am having problems with my ECU malfunctioning which is causing my catalytic converter my exhaust manifold and my O2 sensors to malfunction. I'm having all the same issues as the recall campaign…
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I am having problems with my ECU malfunctioning which is causing my catalytic converter my exhaust manifold and my O2 sensors to malfunction. I'm having all the same issues as the recall campaign reference number NTB 12-040 d

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11668297 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Electrical & infotainment

Worth reading
52

Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 2 mention a crash, 3 mention an injury.

software faults 14sudden stalling 4
A recent report: Vehicle caught on fire my be a electrical problem

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11736078 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Brakes

Worth reading
31

Most reports here involve loss of braking. Of these, 2 mention a crash, 6 mention an injury.

loss of braking 8sudden stalling 4
A recent report: THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON OUR 2010 ALTIMA 2.5. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH NISSANS AND IS IN FACT THE SUBJECT OF A NISSAN SERVICE BULLETIN, NUMBER NTB10-139. THE DEFECTIVE ORIGINAL NISSAN…
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THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH HAS FAILED ON OUR 2010 ALTIMA 2.5. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH NISSANS AND IS IN FACT THE SUBJECT OF A NISSAN SERVICE BULLETIN, NUMBER NTB10-139. THE DEFECTIVE ORIGINAL NISSAN SWITCH CAUSES A NO START SITUATION IF IT OCCURS WHEN THE CAR IS NOT RUNNING, AND FAILURE OF THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO LIGHT WHEN BRAKING IF IT OCCURS WHILE DRIVING. NISSAN HAS RELEASED A REVISED SWITCH TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE ORIGINAL DESIGN, BUT IN REVIEWING TRANSPORTATION.GOV AND CONTACTING THE DEALER, THERE IS NO RECALL OR MANUFACTURER VOLUNTARY CAMPAIGN TO REMEDY THIS DANGEROUS DEFECT. WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF COMPLETING THE REPAIR AT OUR OWN EXPENSE AND MY INITIATE LEGAL ACTION AGAINST NISSAN USA IF THERE IS NOT ALREADY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11240368 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Steering, suspension & tires

Worth reading
40

Most reports here involve loss of steering. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 1 mention an injury.

loss of steering 11premature wear 10
A recent report: The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered severe corrosion on the rear cross-member. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe…
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The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered severe corrosion on the rear cross-member. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive because the corrosion affected several parts of the vehicle. The mechanic informed the contact about NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V358000 (Suspension); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was informed that she would receive a call back. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11689691 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Airbags & seat belts

Worth reading
52

Most reports here involve airbags not deploying. Of these, 12 mention a crash, 19 mention an injury.

airbags not deploying 29software faults 8
A recent report: The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that seat air bag warning light remained illuminated after starting the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or…
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The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that seat air bag warning light remained illuminated after starting the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed there was no recall on the VIN for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 191,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11569497 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Structure & body

Worth reading
29

Most reports here involve fluid leaks. Of these, 1 mention a crash.

fluid leaks 2software faults 1
A recent report: The sunroof completely dislodged from the vehicle and flew off into the traffic behind me on a highway. This included the entire sunroof - the frame, casing, window, mechanics and all! This was…
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The sunroof completely dislodged from the vehicle and flew off into the traffic behind me on a highway. This included the entire sunroof - the frame, casing, window, mechanics and all! This was obviously a major safety issue for any vehicle driving behind me as well as a safety issue for me driving while such an explosive event occurred - highly alarming and dangerous. The problem has not yet been inspected by a shop, dealer, police officer, or insurance adjuster. I do not have the part for inspection as it is shattered in or off the highway somewhere and trying to retrieve it would have been very dangerous.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11737533 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Other systems

Worth reading
63

Most reports here involve premature wear. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 2 mention an injury.

premature wear 14fluid leaks 3
A recent report: Vehicle doesn't work properbaliy

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11712942 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Is 380 complaints a lot? They were filed between 2010 and 2026, roughly 24 a year, which is more than the typical model in this dataset. We do not have sales figures for this model, so treat this as a rough volume, not a rate per car on the road. Popular, high-volume models naturally collect more complaints over time.