2007 Nissan Altima
This year had 30% to 100% more 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
17% of complaints: suspension — 78 distinct reports on file.
FIRE11% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 52 distinct reports on file.
CRASH11% of complaints: power train — 50 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURY10% of complaints: air bags — 46 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
TAKATA RECALL
NHTSA ODI report, 20171126
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, 20120609
9% of complaints: suspension — 42 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
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 A
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 M
Campaign 07V267000 — check if this car was fixed
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 D
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.
Campaign 07V599000 — check if this car was fixed
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 PASSEN
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 REPLACE
Campaign 08V521000 — check if this car was fixed
Brake Master Cylinder Internal Leak
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Nissan Altima — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (78 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (52 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (50 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V267000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V599000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V521000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
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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 "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Nissan Altima?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Nissan Altima have?
3 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.