Model year guide

2016 Nissan Altima

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Nissan Altima is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 84 on record.

2016 Nissan Altima — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Nissan Altima at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints549
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$12,628

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2016 Nissan Altima recalls 4

Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit NHTSA Campaign #18V915000 · 19/12/2018

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altima vehicles, previously remedied under recall number 17V-040. The door latch-lock cable may not have been routed properly in the rear door when the remedy was applied. As a result, the cable may interfere with the window regulator causing the rear passenger door to unlatch and inadvertently open without warning when the window is lowered.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will secure the latch-lock cables in the correct position using the new remedy procedure, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7669.

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #17V040000 · 18/01/2017

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altima vehicles. The rear door latch/lock cable on the vehicles may have been improperly routed. As a result, lowering a rear window may inadvertently cause that door to unlatch and open.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will correct the rear door latch/lock cable routing, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #16V244000 · 26/04/2016

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these veh…

Fix: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi,…

Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch NHTSA Campaign #20V315000 · 28/05/2020

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 Nissan Altima vehicles. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch may corrode over time.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a stronger release spring in the hood release lever, a warning label near the secondary hood latch, and an Owner’s Manual addendum card with instructions on how to lubricate and maintain the secondary hood latch mechanism, free of charge. Owner n…

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.

2016 Nissan Altima common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 549 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
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.

2016 Nissan Altima MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway35 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,175

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Nissan Altima worth?

Low
$8,950
Typical price
$12,628
High
$16,249

From 67 comparable 2016 Nissan Altima listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Nissan Altima costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,875
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,950
Total$13,825
Per mile$0.18

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 ($12,628) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,700), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Nissan Altima trims & engines on record

Trims
2.5 SR · 2.5 SL · 2.5 S · 2.5
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl · 3.5L

2016 Nissan Altima vehicles on record

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2016 Nissan Altima — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Nissan Altima have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Nissan Altima?

Based on 549 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, air bags, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Nissan Altima get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Nissan Altima at about 29 mpg combined (25 city / 35 highway).

How much is a 2016 Nissan Altima worth?

Comparable 2016 Nissan Altima listings run roughly $8,950–$16,249, typically around $12,628 (from 67 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.