1998 Nissan Altima
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Nissan Altima is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 35 on record.
1998 Nissan Altima at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
1998 Nissan Altima recalls 4
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
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.
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
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.
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.
1998 Nissan Altima common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 128 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1998 Nissan Altima MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 1998 Nissan Altima worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1998 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. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($960) with the same model 3 model-years older ($714), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
1998 Nissan Altima trims & engines on record
1998 Nissan Altima vehicles on record
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D3WC212513
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D6WC148872
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01DXWC200973
1998 Nissan Altima GLE1N4DL01D7WC137993
1998 Nissan Altima SE1N4DL01D8WC236192
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D0WC193872
1998 Nissan Altima SE1N4DL01D2WC169816
1998 Nissan Altima GLE1N4DL01D2WC185000
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D0WC195735
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D5WC133022
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D9WC210278
1998 Nissan Altima SE1N4DL01D6WC214661
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D7WC236054
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D6WC186909
1998 Nissan Altima GLE1N4DL01D1WC198384
1998 Nissan Altima GLE1N4DL01D1WC207147
1998 Nissan Altima GLE1N4DL01D0WC268781
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D2WC221011
1998 Nissan Altima SE1N4DL01D3WC197897
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D7WC149660
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01DXWC234668
1998 Nissan Altima SE1N4DL01D3WC119524
1998 Nissan Altima GXE1N4DL01D9WC187388
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1998 Nissan Altima — frequently asked questions
Does the 1998 Nissan Altima have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1998 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 1998 Nissan Altima?
Based on 128 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, suspension, vehicle speed control.
What gas mileage does the 1998 Nissan Altima get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 1998 Nissan Altima at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 28 highway).
How much is a 1998 Nissan Altima worth?
Comparable 1998 Nissan Altima listings run roughly $600–$1,200, typically around $960 (from 21 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.