Is the 2007 Nissan Altima reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Nissan Altima is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Nissan Altima?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Nissan Altima have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Nissan Altima

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2007 Nissan Altima
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 471
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Suspension

Complaints per year

2007: 471 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1993	125
1994	113
1995	180
1996	92
1997	108
1998	123
1999	87
2000	160
2001	159
2002	1,047
2003	883
2004	276
2005	1,091
2006	824
2007	471
2008	1,029
2009	1,547
2010	381
2011	241
2012	426
2013	2,310
2014	1,114
2015	954
2016	553
2017	391
2018	226
2019	231
2020	178
2021	70
2022	30
2023	29
2024	41
2025	6
2026	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

26% · 121 reports

Most commonly citing rear and front.

FIRE

Service brakes

15% · 69 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH

Power train

14% · 64 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

FIREINJURY

Air bags

14% · 64 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHFIREINJURYDEATH

Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-26

I [xxx] was a passenger in the passenger front seat during a serious car crash the air bag never deployed which cause me to have plastic surgery on my left part of my head.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-09

Engine and engine cooling

10% · 45 reports

Most commonly citing engine and catalytic convertor.

FIREINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

I own a 2007 Nissan Altima sl. I purchased it on March 8, 2007. On April 3, 2007 while driving on the freeway my car caught fire and is a total loss. The mileage on the car is around 1,800 - 2,000 miles.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-04-03

Tl*- the contact stated that when driving the 2007 Nissan Altima at approximately 45 MPH he felt a pulling motion under the vehicle. The vehicle jerked 3 or 4 times , and then the engine light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-03-08

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2007Complaint volume 471 complaints filed for this model year.
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2007-05-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-06-27 Engine compartment fire
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2007-07-03Engine and engine cooling07V267000 On certain vehicles, if a sufficiently hot object enters the air filter housing through the engine fresh air intake system and contacts the engine air filter, the flammability characteristics of the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the air filter with a new one that has improved anti-flammability material characteristics. The recall began on July 3, 2007, and will continue through October 1, 2007. Owners…

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2008-01-18Electrical system07V599000 On certain passenger vehicles that have had the body control module (Bcm) replaced during service at a dealership, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may have been inadvertently deactivated…

Remedy: Dealers will check the TPMS function and reactivate it if necessary. The recall began on January 18, 2008. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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2008-11-04Air bags, electrical system08V521000 Nissan is recalling 204,361 my 2007-2008 Altima, Altima Hybrid, 350Z, 350Z roadster, my 2008 Altima coupe, rogue, my 2009 Murano, and Infiniti my 2007-2008 G35 sedan, my 2008 G37 coupe and EX35…

Remedy: Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed. If necessary, the seat cushion (Containing ocs hardware) will be…

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2011-05-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-03-14 Brake Master Cylinder Internal Leak

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Nissan Altima — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Suspension: 121 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 69 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 64 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07V267000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 07V599000 · Electrical system
Recall 08V521000 · Air bags, electrical system

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Nissan Altima reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Nissan Altima is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Nissan Altima?: The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Nissan Altima have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.