2018 Nissan Altima recalls and problems
The 2018 Nissan Altima has 2 safety recalls and 226 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Nissan Altima vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Nissan Altima recalls
Recall 20V-315: Latches/Locks/Linkages
Problem: 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.
Risk: Corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. If the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
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 OwnerÂs Manual addendum card with instructions on how to lubricate and maintain the secondary hood latch mechanism, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: Recall 16V-029 remains open for any unremedied 2013-2015 Altimas and this recall applies to all vehicles covered by 16V-029 even if those repairs have already been performed.
Recall 19V-654: Back Over Prevention
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
2018 Nissan Altima problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 60 | |
| Service Brakes | 48 | |
| Electrical System | 37 | |
| Air Bags | 37 | |
| Power Train | 24 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 19 | |
| Engine | 14 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 13 | |
| Steering | 12 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 11 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 10
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 5
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch — 4
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 4
- Structure › Body — 3
- Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 36,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2018 Nissan Altima complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Nissan Altima years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Nissan Altima: 20V-315 (latches/locks/linkages), 19V-654 (back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Nissan Altima?
Owners report unknown or other problems most often (60 reports), followed by service brakes (48). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 36,000 miles.
Are Nissan recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.