2022 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
- 31
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Forward collision avoidance
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
42% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 31 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 | 1,030 |
| 2009 | 1,547 |
| 2010 | 381 |
| 2011 | 241 |
| 2012 | 426 |
| 2013 | 2,310 |
| 2014 | 1,114 |
| 2015 | 955 |
| 2016 | 555 |
| 2017 | 392 |
| 2018 | 226 |
| 2019 | 233 |
| 2020 | 181 |
| 2021 | 70 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Forward collision avoidance
42% · 13 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
A warning indicator comes on and flashes in my Nissan Altima 2022 I've called told them and I had a electrical short and sparked and smoke came out of my air vents and I told and told them some thing was wrong with my car if it has to do with ace...
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-22
Also filed under Electrical system
I purchased a 2022 Nissan Altima from CarMax on February 25, 2026. Less than three weeks after purchase, the electronic parking brake unexpectedly engaged while I was driving on multiple occasions, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
Also filed under Service brakes
Engine
23% · 7 reportsElectrical system
23% · 7 reportsService brakes
16% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
I got into 2 accidents with my 2022 Nissan Altima (October 12 & 13). on Oct.12 I backed into a parked vehicle in a parking lot.I did drive the car home.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-01
Power train
13% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I drive 30 miles one way for work, my car hit 85,000 and the transmission fluid is overheated and the car went in to limp mode on the freeway. I got stuck for 30 Mines waiting for it to cool.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-18
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2022 Nissan Altima — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
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- Is the 2022 Nissan Altima reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Nissan Altima is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Altima?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Nissan Altima have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.