At a glance

LocationAz, USA

ColorKh3 Super Blac

Last listed price$31,675

Open recalls2

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Nissan

Model

Altima

Year

2021

Trim

SL

Body style

Sedan/Saloon

Vehicle type

PASSENGER CAR

Engine

2.5L

Fuel type

Gasoline

Drivetrain

4x2

Transmission

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

Doors

4

Assembly plant

CANTON, MISSISSIPPI, UNITED STATES (USA)

Manufacturer

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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$21,800

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$29,430

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$35,760

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Safety recalls 2

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.

NHTSA Campaign #21V138000 · 04/03/2021

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Octob

NHTSA Campaign #23V628000 · 08/09/2023

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan Altima, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

Electrical System 4 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Forward Collision Avoidance 4 reports

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Engine 3 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Service Brakes 3 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Power Train 1 report

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Latches/locks/linkages 1 report

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 62

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2021 Nissan Altima.

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE

Often while driving the car loses power as if the power went off or I ran out of gas,,, studder for a moment then pick up power to continue to drive is the best way I can describe it. Immediately after I get a notification on the dashboard saying maintenance something

NHTSA ODI #11744468

ENGINE

Dealership found metal contamination in oil pan from engine. They diagnosed as car needing a new engine due to engine failure. The car only has 90,000 miles and it’s a 2021.

NHTSA ODI #11736122

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Rear door actuator failed again.

NHTSA ODI #11735540

SEAT BELTS

The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving on four occasions, the front driver's side seat belt unintendedly unbuckled. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000.

NHTSA ODI #11732684

STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Steering wheel module buttons are not working . / needs a sensor replaced - recalibration.

NHTSA ODI #11731802

SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

The system malfunctioning is the front sensor braking. My safety and others were put at risk with this because multiple times my car has braked me and or completely stopped me because it’s malfunctioning , it happens while I am on a busy street and someone even almost rear ended me because my car braked out of nowhere. It’s called “Phantom Braking”. No, the …

NHTSA ODI #11729180

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that after stopping at a traffic light, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was determined that there was debris in the engine oil pan. The vehicle was …

NHTSA ODI #11723560

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Passenger back locks stopped working first. Then driver side back locks. Now both driver and passenger front locks will not lock/unlock automatically. This is scary when not being able to get in/out of vehicle for an emergency. I have reviewed multiple complaints and it appears this is a very common Nissan problem that needs to be addressed before it becomes…

NHTSA ODI #11719275

+ 54 more complaints on record.