2018 Model Year

Nissan Altima

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
217
Recalls
1
Crashes
11
Severe
16

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

20V315000 May 2020

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Dec 2026

Didn't know what the list this one but at a certain speed on the highway the hood latch comes loose unlocks, and my backup camera All of a sudden does...

SUSPENSION,ENGINE
Jul 2026

NISSAN ALTIMA TORQUE STRUT MOUNT AND PASSENGER SIDE MOTOR MOUNT FAILURE

Air Bags
Jun 2026

While driving my Nissan Altima 2018 on Sunday 2-1 the indicator light came on. I looked it up in the manual to the car and it stated it was something...

Air Bags
May 2026

See attached document for complaint.

Exterior Lighting
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, the halogen headlights failed to functi...

UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 2025

Anytime I pull my hood release, my hood never opens & I hear no click .

Air Bags
Oct 2025

1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The driver seat airbag module is defective and r...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2025

My Nissan Altima's power door locks failed making entry and egress sometimes impossible. While the key will unlock the driver's door, rear seat passe...

Air Bags
Sep 2025

Suddenly airbag light has steady on when start engine. Scanner shows has failed code L4 and failed to reset.

Air Bags
Sep 2025

I purchased this vehicle last month from Anderson in cockeysville, Md. last week the airbag light came on. I was able to take it to them today 9-15-25...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2018 Nissan Altima has 217 complaints and 1 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is UNKNOWN OR OTHER. 11 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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