The Lemon Index2024 Nissan Altima.
The 2024 Nissan Altima is so far one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 41 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 40, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about automatic emergency braking, it has 1 recall, and it gets 29 to 31 mpg combined. The best Nissan Altima year is 2022.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 41 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Altima year. 2024 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 5K to 50K miles on the car (5 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- steering 2023
The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Nissan told dealers about
Nissan sent dealers 17 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended
- FLUID LEAK CAUSED BY TRANSFER ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE DRIVE SHAFT OIL SEAL This bulletin has been…
- AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING This bulletin has been amended
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2050–2200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
I went to stop at a stop sign and the breaks didnât not work causing a collision, prior to I heard a loud clinking noise and my car smelled like burning rubber. Blind spot didnât not light up accurately or notify me correctly.
2024 Nissan Altima owner · NHTSA complaint 11559220
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Nissan Altima reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 2.5× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 40; 100 is average). The best Nissan Altima year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2024 Nissan Altima problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are automatic emergency braking (12%), brakes (12%) and steering (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Nissan Altima have?
1 safety recall (latest: steering). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Nissan Altima get?
29 to 31 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 Nissan Altima safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2024 Nissan Altima have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2024 Nissan Altima cost in fuel a year?
About $2050 to $2200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Nissan Altima have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
What Nissan Altima year is better than the 2024?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2011 and 2021.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works