2021 Nissan Altima
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Nissan Altima is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.
2021 Nissan Altima at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2021 Nissan Altima recalls 2
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.
Fix: 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.
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."
Fix: 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 Octo…
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.
2021 Nissan Altima common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2021 Nissan Altima MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2021 Nissan Altima worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2021 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 ($29,430) with the same model 5 model-years older ($12,628), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2021 Nissan Altima trims & engines on record
2021 Nissan Altima vehicles on record
2021 Nissan Altima SL1N4BL4EV5MN384402
2021 Nissan Altima SR1N4BL4CV4MN401774
2021 Nissan Altima Platinum1N4BL4FW9MN344010
2021 Nissan Altima SR1N4BL4CW0MN379572
2021 Nissan Altima SR1N4BL4CW1MN356401
2021 Nissan Altima SR1N4AL4CV4MN300102
2021 Nissan Altima SV1N4BL4DV2MN312381
2021 Nissan Altima SR1N4BL4CV5MN303241
2021 Nissan Altima S1N4BL4BV2MN301514
Other Nissan Altima model years
2021 Nissan Altima — frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Nissan Altima have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 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 2021 Nissan Altima?
Based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, forward collision avoidance, engine.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Nissan Altima get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2021 Nissan Altima at about 32 mpg combined (28 city / 39 highway).
How much is a 2021 Nissan Altima worth?
Comparable 2021 Nissan Altima listings run roughly $21,800–$35,760, typically around $29,430 (from 7 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.