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US recalls (1)
Steering: rack and pinion
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Altima vehicles. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering lock-up.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loss of steering control or steering lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC997.
Owner complaints (41)
Owners filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Nissan Altima (7 crashes, 1 fires, 6 injuries reported). Among 34 model years of this model, it ranks #30 for the most complaints (median 234).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Unknown or other | 8 | |
| Service brakes | 5 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
| Structure | 5 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Power train | 4 | |
| Seats | 4 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2024 Nissan Altima.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ |
| 2024 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 5★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2024 Nissan Altima version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Altima 2.5 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Altima AWD 2.5 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Altima SL/SR 2.5 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 27 | 36 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Altima SR 2.0 L Automatic (AV-S8) | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,300 |
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Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database (contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada).
Recalls updated 2026-10-30.