Nissan Altima Complaints (2017)

393 consumer complaints on file.

#11668426June 22, 2025
SUSPENSION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
One month Insurance policy lapse and license plate surrender license suspension when I was in hospital emergency room bed time .
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665137June 5, 2025
ENGINE
I need to preface this by stating I fundamentally don’t understand how an issue that directly results in the failure of inspection which dictates road safety/emissions quality and was identified by two mechanics as a part known to fail cannot be under a recall. The part addressed is #14001-3TA1E but more specifically it is an issue with the value position sensor. It is a small part which dicates whether the Swirl or tumble control activates which triggers the P2004. If you look up the code it’s common side effects are as follows: Decrease in low-end engine torque: You may notice a decrease in acceleration, particularly at low RPM levels. Engine surging or sputtering: The engine may run unevenly, particularly when starting up. Sluggishness: The vehicle may feel less responsive to the throttle. Difficulty reaching higher speeds: You may find it challenging to accelerate quickly or reach your desired speed. Rough idle: The engine may run unevenly and potentially stall at low speeds or while idling. 2. Decreased Fuel Economy: The IMRC system's primary function is to optimize the air/fuel mixture for different driving conditions. When it's not functioning correctly due to being stuck open, it can negatively impact fuel efficiency. 3. Check Engine Light (CEL) Illumination: The Check Engine Light (or Service Engine Soon Light) will likely illuminate when the P2004 code is triggered. This is often the first indicator that something is wrong. 4. Potential for Severe Engine Damage: This is the most critical side effect. If the hardware for the IMRC butterfly valve plates becomes loose and falls into the engine, it can cause severe engine damage or even engine failure. This being said you would think it would be an easily replacable part. Not in the slightest you have to buy an entire manifold 1300 msrp through nissan with no gurantee of it fixing the light. I have had instances of stalling / sluggishness since it has come on. This seems imparitive to vehicle safety.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11664856June 4, 2025
POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle briefly hesitated before accelerating. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. An unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Then VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11663047May 27, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 25-30 MPH she crashed into a parked 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 that was parked illegally on the road. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. There were no reported fires. A police report. The driver hit her head on the steering wheel, sustaining a concussion, and medical attention was provided at the emergency room. The fire department was on the scene. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11662974May 24, 2025
AIR BAGS
I'm reaching out because my 2017 Nissan Altima has developed a serious issue with the passenger airbag system. The airbag warning light turned on recently (about a couple months ago now) and I took the vehicle to a Nissan dealership, twice, for diagnosis. They informed me that the passenger side seat airbag module is non functional and the repair would cost $2,667.29. I was shocked and disappointed to hear this. My car has never been in an accident, is well maintained, and is less than 10 years old. A critical safety feature like an airbag system should not fail without cause, especially in a relatively modern vehicle. After researching this issue, I discovered that other Altima owners have reported similar problems with the occupant classification system or related components. While I understand recalls vary by model year, I believe this issue is part of a broader trend and should be addressed accordingly. I'm requesting that Nissan provide assistance in covering the cost of this repair, whether through warranty extension, goodwill support, or by investigating whether this is a known defect taht merits broader action. This is a safety issue that I hope Nissan will take seriously. I look forward to your response and assistance in resolving this matter. Sincerely, [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660703May 13, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
On 25Apr25, when driving vehicle home from mechanic following exhaust repair, hood latch disengaged and smashed windshield, less than 1 mile from mechanic location. Vehicle was returned to mechanic, hood safety latch inspected, and windshield replaced. Event also caused damage to hood body.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11660225May 11, 2025
ENGINE
CVT Transmission issue. This Car has delayed acceleration.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11658854May 5, 2025
ENGINE
Car loses acceleration while driving. Problems with CVT engine
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11657674April 29, 2025
AIR BAGS
There has been no accident. The car has 60k miles and I barely drive that car, twice a month, as I work from home. The airbag light appeared all of a sudden. When I check forums, I realize that hundreds of people are experiencing the same issue. There should be an investigation and Nissan needs to issue a recall on these airbags
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656940April 26, 2025
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
When I push the start button my car sometimes won't start and it won't go in drive. There has not been any warning lamps, messages or symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. It started about 2 weeks ago, it doesn't always happen, but it's happening more frequently now. I had an emergency yesterday and I couldn't get my car started. After waiting about 10 minutes I was able to get it started, but I was afraid if I turned the car off it wouldn't start again. The problem has not been inspected by the dealership or confirmed by an independent service center. I'm interested in seeing if there has been a recall for this problem
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654013April 11, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My car is we don't have any problems
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654014April 11, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY, SERVICE BRAKES, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
I'm driving in my car is cool right right left line a nice Crush the part of the car and the front left
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11651592March 30, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mass airflow sensor and traction control light coming on . Second Nissan vehicle to do this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11650416March 25, 2025
ENGINE
I was driving my vehicle, and the vehicle had a unexpected rapid vehicle deceleration.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11644522February 24, 2025
AIR BAGS, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All 4 door lock actuators Airbag System Malfunctioning CVT Slipping at 83,000 miles Broken Motor Mount
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641961February 11, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I came out in the morning and the whole inside of my car had smoke damage, There seems to be what looked like a wire issue that has caused a fire in the center council of my nissan . Thank god by the grade of god the fire went out by its self . I do not want this to happen to anyone else
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641818February 10, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
My vehicle has 55K miles, and you can not see your headlights shining out front of the vehicle at night. It looks like you only have on running lights. Please note the headlights do not have any problem with lens oxidation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640086February 1, 2025
AIR BAGS
Warnining light stays on for airbag. Dealership confirmed seat needs to be replaced as airbag is defective and not working. Obviously not drivable unless a board member of Nissan would allow their loved ones to drive a vehicle without an airbag.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11639398January 29, 2025
SUSPENSION
Failed component: drivers front coil spring broke. Yes available for inspection upon request. Does not appear to have signs of exterior corrosion. Could effect drivability of vehicle. I think Nissan issued a technical service bulletin for 2022 Altima but not for 2017 Altima. Part has not been inspected by manufacture, police, or any others. No warning indications to driver. Incident occurred pulling out of driveway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11637244January 21, 2025
AIR BAGS
No incident has happened yet. I am finding that there is a lot of discussion about faulty air bags on Nissan Altima's of all years. Mine is a 2017 Nissan Altima and my airbag light is on. There is a lot of discussion online of MANY people having the same issues and Nissan charging an arm and a leg to fix. If it is something that is wrong with so many cars then why is this not a recall? I have not taken it to a dealer as they want to charge over $200 to take a look at something that is obviously wrong with all of these cars. At what point does a recall go into effect? How many similar complaints have you received on this issue with Nissan Altima's?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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