2000 Nissan Altima
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 122 |
| 1994 | 106 |
| 1995 | 180 |
| 1996 | 92 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 123 |
| 1999 | 87 |
| 2000 | 160 |
| 2001 | 159 |
| 2002 | 1047 |
| 2003 | 883 |
| 2004 | 276 |
| 2005 | 1091 |
| 2006 | 824 |
| 2007 | 471 |
| 2008 | 1028 |
| 2009 | 1547 |
| 2010 | 380 |
| 2011 | 241 |
| 2012 | 423 |
| 2013 | 2303 |
| 2014 | 1111 |
| 2015 | 941 |
| 2016 | 544 |
| 2017 | 382 |
| 2018 | 223 |
| 2019 | 223 |
| 2020 | 172 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 39 |
| 2025 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
12% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 19 distinct reports on file.
FIRE10% of complaints: electrical system — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I JUST BOUGHT A 200 NISSAN ALTIMA. I WAS DRIVING TO HILTON HEAD AND 2 HOURS INTO THE TRIP THE CRUISE CONTROL WENT OFF AND THEN THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. I KEPT GIVING IT GAS AND IT JUST STARTED SLOWING DOWN. WE GOT HIT FROM BEHIND AND SPUN AROUND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130907
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE FEET WAS ON BRAKES VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. RESULTING IN DRIVER AND PASSENGER INJURIES.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020823
CONSUMER WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT APPLIED BRAKES, AND VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHILE FOOT WAS ON BRAKES, CAUSING VEHICLE TO HIT TREE/ ROCKS, AND RAN INTO A CANAL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000808
THE THROTTLE/ACCELERATOR STUCK, 3 TIMES, THE RPM'S OR THE CAR ROARED, I WAS IN THE GARAGE ONCE, AT THE END OF MY DRIVEWAY THE SECOND TIME MOVING FORWARD, AND THE 3 RD TIME IN REVERSE THE VEHICLE WAS SPUN AROUND 360 DEGREES, I HIT A STATIONERY...
NHTSA ODI report, 20000630
6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: tires — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN EAGLE EYES HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS. DS517-B001L AND DS517-B001R, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE OPTICEL SURFACE OF THE REFLECTOR IS CORR
Remedy: EAGLE EYES WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR ANY NONCOMPLIANT HEADLIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 11, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT EAGLE EYES AT 1-800-568-1098.
Campaign 07E074000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE FIREHAWK GTA-02 , SIZE P205/55R16 89H TIRES.
Remedy: BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE WILL REPLACE THE TIRES WHICH WERE INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON THESE ALTIMA VEHICLES. FIRESTONE IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN.
Campaign 01V065000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Nissan Altima — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V065000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E074000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Nissan Altima reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Nissan Altima is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Nissan Altima?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 12% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Nissan Altima have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.