How many recalls does the 2011 Nissan Altima have?

The 2011 Nissan Altima has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2011 Nissan Altima?

The most recent recall was issued on July 19, 2011 and relates to the suspension system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2011 Nissan Altima?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 2011 Nissan Altima involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2011 Nissan Altima affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2011 Nissan Altima.

2011 Nissan Altima: Complaints & Crash Test Ratings

2011 Nissan Altima

This page covers 1 recall, 244 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2011 Nissan Altima.

Fuel Economy (EPA Estimates)

21–33 mpg combined

7.1–11.2 L/100km

Subcompact Cars

City18–33 mpg(7.1–13.1 L/100km)

Highway27–33 mpg(7.1–8.7 L/100km)

Combined21–33 mpg(7.1–11.2 L/100km)

Est. Annual Fuel Cost$1,900–$2,950/yr

Tailpipe CO₂269–423 g/mi

Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 7 tested variants for this model year.

2011 Nissan Altima Crash Test Ratings

4/5 Overall

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating

Frontal Crash

2011 Nissan Altima Owner Complaints

The dominant complaint pattern for the 2011 Nissan Altima centers on the powertrain, which draws by far the most reports. Owners frequently describe CVT-related problems, including shuddering, hesitation, and sudden loss of drive, several report the transmission failing or behaving erratically at highway speeds. Drive axle issues also show up in powertrain complaints, with owners describing abrupt loss of power transfer that required emergency stops. Electrical system complaints are the second most-reported category, covering a range of symptoms including warning lights, sensor faults, and module-related issues such as mass airflow sensor codes tied to the engine control module. A recurring cosmetic complaint that appears across multiple reports involves the dashboard surface deteriorating, owners describe it becoming sticky, then crumbling, with the resulting glare said to interfere with forward visibility through the windshield.

244

Total Complaints

Crash-Related

Fire-Related

With Injuries

By System

power train
61
unknown or other
39
electrical system
22
engine

2011 Nissan Altima Recalls

1 Recall

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NHTSA (USA)Critical

July 19, 2011

SUSPENSION

At a glance

What can fail

The transverse link bolt may not have been tightened to the correct specification during manufacturing, causing it to loosen while driving and create rattling noise and vibration.

What the fix does

Nissan will replace the transverse link bolts and nuts and tighten them to the proper specification at no cost.

20,000 vehicles affected

NHTSA Campaign #11V371000 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.