1995 Nissan Altima
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Nissan Altima is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.
1995 Nissan Altima at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1995 Nissan Altima recalls 5
RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.
Fix: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NISSAN IS RECALLING MY 1994 AND EARLY 1995 ALTIMA VEHICLES FOLLOWING REPORTS THAT PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS IN THESE VEHICLES HAD CAUSED A NUMBER OF MODERATE-TO-SEVERE EYE INJURIES. NISSAN HAS DEVELOPED A NEW PASSENGER AIR BAG THAT IS LESS POWERFUL WHEN IT INFLATES IN A CRASH TO REDUCE THE RISK OF AIR BAG INFLATION-RELATED INJURIES.
Fix: NISSAN WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG AT NO CHARGE TO THE CONSUMER. THE MANUFACTURER HAS REPORTED THAT OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 28, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
THE SHIFT LEVER LOCK PLATE, WHICH PREVENTS THE SHIFT LEVER FROM BEING INADVERTENTLY MOVED FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR NEUTRAL POSITION, CAN BE BROKEN BY THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT POSITION PIN.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BRACKET TO PREVENT THE SHIFT POSITION PIN FROM BREAKING THE SHIFT LEVER LOCK PLATE.
CERTAIN OF THE BRAKE HOSES FOR THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL WERE ROUTED INCORRECTLY SO THAT CONTACT IS MADE WITH A SUSPENSION COMPONENT. THIS CAUSES ABRASION TO THE HOSE AND EVENTUAL LEAKAGE.
Fix: THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE HOSE WILL BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF IT IS ROUTED CORRECTLY. MISROUTED HOSES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR DAMAGE, REPLACED IF NECESSARY, AND CORRECTLY ROUTED.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
1995 Nissan Altima common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 193 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1995 Nissan Altima MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1995 Nissan Altima worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1995 Nissan Altima costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1995 Nissan Altima trims & engines on record
1995 Nissan Altima vehicles on record
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D4SC237582
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D8SC123651
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D0SC227907
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D7SC139694
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D4SC191901
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D2SC203995
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D6SC156454
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D0SC214056
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D5SC237641
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D3SC136453
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D9SC101562
1995 Nissan Altima GXE1N4BU31D9SC259657
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1995 Nissan Altima — frequently asked questions
Does the 1995 Nissan Altima have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1995 Nissan Altima. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Nissan Altima?
Based on 193 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, structure, engine and engine cooling.
What gas mileage does the 1995 Nissan Altima get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1995 Nissan Altima at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 27 highway).
How much is a 1995 Nissan Altima worth?
Comparable 1995 Nissan Altima listings run roughly $550–$1,000, typically around $714 (from 7 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.