NHTSA records · 2023–2026
Nissan Altima Insurance in California
NHTSA rated two versions of the 2026 Nissan Altima: 5 stars overall. NHTSA's records for the 2023–2026 Altima list 3 recall campaigns and 76 owner complaints as of September 16, 2026.
- Overall rating, 2026
- 5 stars
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 76
NHTSA records retrieved September 16, 2026. Not a rate or a quote.
Nissan Altima crash-test stars
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings by version.
| Year | Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Altima 4 DR AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
| 2026 | Altima 4 DR FWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
| 2025 | Altima 4 DR AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
| 2025 | Altima 4 DR FWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
| 2024 | Altima 4 DR AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
| 2024 | Altima 4 DR FWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
| 2023 | Altima 4 DR AWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
| 2023 | Altima 4 DR FWD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.2% |
Versions link to their records; n/r = not rated. Rollover risk is NHTSA's own calculation.
Altima recall campaigns, 2023–2026
3 distinct campaigns — by model year, 2023: 0, 2024: 1, 2025: 2, 2026: 0.
- Air bags ×1
- Latches/locks/linkages ×1
- Steering ×1
| Campaign | Report received | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V526000 | August 13, 2026 | Air bags › critical fasteners | 2025 |
| 26V023000 | January 21, 2026 | Latches/locks/linkages › doors › latch | 2025 |
| 23V882000 | December 21, 2023 | Steering › rack and pinion | 2024 |
By model year: it cannot show whether a campaign is done on your own Altima. NHTSA hotline in these records: 1-888-327-4236.
NHTSA recall records: Altima 2025 · Altima 2024
Altima owner complaints to NHTSA
76 complaints about 2023–2026 models.
| Year | Complaints | Owner marked crash | Owner marked fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 41 | 7 | 1 |
| 2023 | 29 | 5 | 1 |
Most-named components (besides “unknown”)
- Electrical system14
- Engine11
- Forward collision avoidance9
- Service brakes8
- Power train6
- Seats6
- Steering6
- Structure6
NHTSA complaint records: Altima 2025 · Altima 2024 · Altima 2023
Coverage on a Altima
- Theft, fire, vandalism: comprehensive.
- Crash repairs to your own car: collision.
- Owing more than a financed car is worth: loan gap coverage.
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