2021 Nissan Altima problems
The Nissan Altima is a mid-size car manufactured by Nissan since 1992. It is a continuation of the Nissan Bluebird line, which began in 1955.
The Altima has historically been larger, more powerful, and more luxurious than the Nissan Sentra but less so than the Nissan Maxima. The first through fourth-generation cars were manufactured exclusively in the United States and officially sold in North and South America, along with the Middle East and Australia. For other markets, Nissan sold a related mid-size sedan called the Nissan Teana which was between the Altima and Maxima in terms of size. In 2013, the Teana became a rebadged version of the fifth-generation Altima.
The name "Altima" was originally applied to a top trim line of the Nissan Leopard for the Japanese market in 1986, and then to the Nissan Laurel mid-size car sold in Central America and the Caribbean before 1992. In 1992, Nissan discontinued the Stanza which was a Nissan Bluebird clone, replacing it with the US-built Altima, while remaining a compact car. The first Altima was produced in June 1992, as a 1993 model. All Altima models for the North American market were built in Smyrna, Tennessee, until June 2004, when Nissan's Canton, Mississippi plant also began producing the model to meet high demand.
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Common 2021 Nissan Altima problems
The 2021 Nissan Altima has been reported to have several common problems, including premature brake wear, unresponsive steering, and a dead battery.
Premature brake wear is the most widespread complaint from 2021 Nissan Altima owners in the first 10,000 miles. The front brakes, in particular, tend to wear out quickly. Replacing the brake pads costs around $120, while a new set of rotors is an additional $150. There are some aftermarket brake pads which cost $150, and tend to last much longer.
Unresponsive steering is another issue reported by 2021 Altima owners at around 15,000 miles. The electronic power steering simply needs to be reset usually, which will allow it to reset and become more responsive. Usually, this can be done for under $50, depending on local labor rates.
A dead battery also shows up on some Altima models in the first 5,000 miles. There are a lot of electrical accessories in the Altima which sometimes drain the battery while the car is off. Diagnosing the source of the problem costs around $50, while fixing the issue can cost $20 to $100.
The 2021 Nissan Altima has a recall covering a tie rod ball joint fastener which was not properly installed. Nissan will adjust and reinstall the fastener for free on affected models.
In addition to these issues, the 2021 Nissan Altima has been reported to have problems with the engine, paint and trim, electrical accessories, steering and suspension, climate system, engine electrical, brakes, drive, transmission, infotainment system, gear selector and linkage, sensors, emission-control devices, fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank, and other components.
It is important to note that these problems are relatively minor compared to some other midsize sedans from the same year, offering improvements in reliability from earlier years for the Altima. However, it is recommended to keep an eye on these issues and address them promptly to ensure the longevity and safety of the vehicle.
Does the 2021 Nissan Altima have transmission problems?
If you don't routinely change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2021 Nissan Altima transmission will slip.
Is a 2021 Nissan Altima a reliable car?
The 2021 Nissan Altima has a predicted reliability score of 85 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
What is the biggest problem with Nissan Altima?
Most Common Nissan Altima Problems
- Failed Crankshaft Sensor. One of the most commonly reported Nissan Altima problems is related to the crankshaft or camshaft sensor. ...
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- Engine Start.
Are there any recalls on 2021 Nissan Altima?
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.
2021 Nissan Altima car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Altima problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Forward collision avoidance problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Steering problems
- Back over prevention problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2021 Nissan Altima vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2021 Nissan Altima
The NHTSA has received 30 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2021 Nissan Altima. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2021 Nissan Altima vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-28
- VIN: 1N4BL4BV0MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Every time I drive under an over pass my vehicle will come to a stop. Placing me in DANGER with traffic.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-03
- VIN: 1N4BL4EW6MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I Serviced my vehicle with a Nissan Dealership, and was told brake pads were good. Within a couple of weeks there was a scratching sound like the brake warning indicator. I brought my car to a mechanic to be repaired but brake pads were confirmed to be fine. Further investigation indicates a bad brake caliper in the rear. Mechanic contacted Nissan to order a rear caliper and was told it’s a known issue with the rear calipers. With the caliper not functioning properly this is a direct safety violation and can cause my brakes to seize or not function hindering my/others ability to stop. I will have the repairs done with my mechanic and I have submitted a case file with Nissan. If Nissan is aware of the brake calipers having issues then this should be on the recall list and immediately fixed.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-18
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV0MN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding a recurring transmission issue with my 2021 Nissan Altima. The car has been experiencing significant power loss while driving, which I am certain is linked to a malfunctioning CVT transmission system. Despite ensuring that the transmission fluid levels are correct, the problem persists. Recently, the car lost power while I was going at least 50 mph on a busy road, which is very dangerous. Additionally, I have come across numerous complaints from other owners of the same model experiencing similar transmission issues. This history of complaints indicates a widespread problem that poses a serious safety risk and warrants a recall. Although there is an extended warranty, I don’t think it is fair for others being out of warranty when this is a very known issue with all owners. A CVT should last way longer than 70,000 miles, and some owners even report issues as early as 25,000 miles. Some mechanics even tell all their Nissan customers about the cons of the CVT, so it is very well known to not be good. Nissan basically has a deadly issue on their hands. I kindly request a thorough investigation and appropriate action to resolve this matter. Thank you for your attention to this serious issue.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-04
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV1MN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The car rear impact warning comes on when driving this has happened at least 5 times Also the windshield washer fluid light comes on even though the reservoir is full
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-02
- VIN: 1N4BL4FW7MN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Based on comments from various post online, it is a common issue that the doors’ lock on altimas with no warning or reasoning just stop working. Whatever position the lock is in, is the one that the lock will stay on even if a safety feature that’s advertised and you expect is for the Altima to automatically lock up when you begin to drive. At this point my personal Altima has not been inspected or fixed by anyone, just a day to day experience of having to check my backseat before getting in to make sure no one is in the back of my car because the doors do not lock. It’s been since about February that the car doors locking mechanism will not engage on two of my car doors, even if you press the lock/unlock switch inside of the door, the lock/unlock button on the key fob, nor the button on the outside of the door handle.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-02
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV9MN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: This has been an ongoing issue for over 2 years where I go somewhere, park and come back out and my car won’t start. I literally have to have someone come in to give me a jump so the whole time I was thinking it was a bad battery so I went and bought a new battery. Well fast forward not even 7 months later I’m in the same position I go to the store come out and my car completely has no power so I take the car to autozone and what do you know a faulty engine and alternator. So I get on line and see I’m not the only one with this issue. My main concern is I’ve always gone to my car dealership to get oil changes and not once have they ever told me after putting my car on the machine that they found an issue with neither. And again this has been going on for quite some time. My issue is now my warranty is out and it just so happen to just have ran out after my last oil change and again this was going on then and they never mentioned it. What are they going to do about this problem.
BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV0MN
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while in reverse, the back over prevention camera malfunctioned and images were displayed distorted at times or black and blue, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V628000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall The failure mileage was 49,000.
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-26
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1N4BL4EV6MN
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: On 10/26/23 at 5:00 pm I was involved in an accident I was hit on the front passenger side and none of the airbags deployed I do remember that right on impact immediately my chest started hurting I also hit my head on the driver side window now i dont know how fast i should be going or how hard do i need to be hit for the airbags to deploy but they never did. When I first purchased the vehicle back in May of 2021 I had set up my nissan connect services which i was paying $14.99 a month and in those l services I had an option that if I were to ever be in an accident that it would contact my family and during the time of the incident they were never contacted. Ive contacted nissan of the situation and all they have done was reimburseme me 1 month which I feel isn't right I've even gone down to the dealership and told them my concerns and they didn't nothing about it
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-14
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV4MN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 3out of 4 door lock actuators went out .three of the doors can’t be locked from driver side and don’t automatically lock when the car is being driven.problem has been confirmed by an independent center.there were no prior warnings.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-29
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV6MN
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: My car has a detached tie rod ball joint and is causing a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash. My children are in danger yet your site says my vin has no safety recall after I reviewed the safety recall for my vehicle and noticed a connection. I can’t afford any repairs and I shouldn’t have to risk my life over a recalled problem with my make model and year vehicle.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-26
- VIN: 1N4BL4BV5MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: When traveling in a rental from SFO to Concord CA, on the Bay Bridge at 9 am on the 26 of September 2023, just as I entered the underpass section near Treasure Island, the front sensor malfunctioned and auto braked from 47 mph to 28, generated audible, tactile, and visual alarms, even though the car in front was not decelerating (auto lights, tail lights in from of me as the car went into a dark section of road may have been misinterpreted). I was almost crashed into. Scariest experience in 37 years of driving. No over ride.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-01
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV1MN
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I purchased my car from Sheehy Nissan of Waldorf on November 1, 2022. At the time of purchase the vehicle had 38,709 miles. It reportedly had one previous owner and was originally titled on 3/11/2021. From the day I purchased this vehicle I have had trouble with the automatic emergency braking system. I am experiencing sudden unintended brake activation in various situations. I have experienced the emergency braking system activating when I am driving at high speeds (60-70 mph) with nothing in front of me. I have had it automatically brake when I am in traffic maintaining safe distances and speeds. I have experienced it braking when I have been leaving a parking garage - again with nothing near or around my vehicle. When this occurs, it is when the warning lights turn off. So, it is completely random and unpredictable. The warning light turns on 100% of the time I drive the vehicle. I took my car to Sheehy Nissan of Waldorf for repair of this issue on 3/28/23, 6/13/23, and 8/3/23, but, to date, they have been unable to correct the problem. Most recently (8/25/23) I was given an estimate of an additional $1,977.43 for a 4th attempt to fix this problem. I met with the Service Manager, [XXX] , on 8/28/23 to discuss the matter. He said he would talk to the Nissan area rep and their warranty rep and get back to me. Two days later he responded that the area rep offered to cover 40% of the repair cost, making my cost $808.96 for the 4th repair attempt. As you are aware, this is a known issue with this vehicle and many other Nissan models. The NHTSA started an investigation into Nissan regarding this issue in September 2019. There have been multiple lawsuits and class action suits against Nissan for this same problem, yet they continue to sell these vehicles without fixing the problem or issuing a recall. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-05
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV1MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: 1. The automatic emergency braking activated while approaching a railway crossing. And yes, it is available for inspection. 2. If anyone had been behind me, it very likely would have resulted in a collision. 3. Not yet confirmed by the dealer, but has happened to me three times. 4. No. 5. No warning before the malfunction.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-21
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV2MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: While driving, most times at higher speeds, the light with the car and lines behind it (VDC light?) will turn on, and then a minute later the front and back AEB lights turn on and the dashboard says “malfunction: see owner’s manual.” This happens multiple times per week, sometimes multiple times a day. There have been other recalls for this issue with other Nissan Altima years with this system.
SERVICE BRAKES,BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-24
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV3MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: On two separate occasions, during intermittent weather changes, my vehicle has giving me notice of forward warning collision being disabled or has flashed on my dashboard. Same goes with my rear collision warnings. My car has also force-brake while driving under 30 mph. I don't know if there is a safety issue with the alignment of the radars in the newer models but its caused a fear of driving my family in that car.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-01
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV9MN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: On two separate occasions my vehicle stopped on its own. Once while doing roughly 35mph the brakes applied on their own and the car stopped immediately. The second time I was at a.traffic light that had just turned green as I began to accelerate the brakes locked up and the car stopped immediately. What are my options regarding this issue.that I am having?
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV0MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I was driving on the interstate in a construction zone and begin reducing speed from about 62 mph after noticing brake lights from cars in the far distance. As the car start to reduce speed, I begin to apply the brakes as I'm approaching the stopped traffic and instead of stopping my car kept going. I pressed the brakes harder, and the car began to slide. After sliding about 9-10 car lengths, I was stopped by rear ending the vehicle in front of me. There was an error message on the dash "Chassis Control System Error See Owner's Manual" that appeared on the dash. I was struck in the back by a Toyota 4Runner resulting in my car being totaled.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-01
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV6MN
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Unknown. But upon googling I’ve discovered a recall for ball joint separating from steering column due to bolt not tightened properly which explains the noise I’ve heard since I got It which has now progressed to popping even up exiting the vehicle and shutting the door. Yet, “0 unrepaired recalls” according to you.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-05
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV3MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Driving down the street a truck in front of the lady in front of me. It was a green light he decided to stop. She stopped I put I started to stop my brakes would not stop the car nor did the emergency front collision brakes work I could not stop the car.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-10
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV2MN
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: The drive seat warmer heats up even when the warmer button is off. Also the driver seat seems to be not bolted down correctly you can feel the seat trying to come up when turning and braking
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-16
- VIN: 1N4BL4DW4MN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My car completely malfunctioned, the first time my car only had 2,000 miles on it. I was sitting at a red light on a busy Atlanta Rd. The vehicle went completely dead, I mean I could not even turn on the emergency flashers- " nothing worked" Dead car! I could not go anywhere for about 2 minutes. People honking and getting aggressive in traffic started up in about 2 minutes or so. I stopped in told the service people about it, at the dealership I purchased my car. The service men said it is nothing, it happened to me. They told It would be OK. Now, 2 years later. My car is still under full warranty it had 10,000 miles on it. The same exact thing happened again, in traffic. I told Nissan dealership when I got my oil changed. Told them what happened again. OH you would have a long wait, we are completely booked up in our Diagnostic Dept. They also quoted me a price that was a few hundred for the diagnostic test. I replied to them, My car is still under full warranty. They blew me off again. "saying the vehicle has to be having the problem, for diagnostic to pick up on it. lol Yes, I look like stupid blonde who knows nothing about cars. Thank you
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-07
- VIN: 1N4BL4CV4MN
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: front impact radar malfunction. The light on the console would come on intermittently. I took the car to the dealer and they said the front radar was defective and they replaced the front radar. Not even two months have passed and the light is back on. This can cause your car to suddenly stop causing you to be rear ended because the car thinks you are in danger. It affects the automatic emergency braking system. This car is brand new and just went over 10,000 miles. It recently had it's first service and now I have to take it back and get it checked again.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-20
- VIN: 1N4BL4EV2MN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH in a rainstorm, the automatic emergency braking system warning light illuminated, however, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact continued to drive and noticed that once they cleared the rainstorm the warning light disengaged. The contact informed the dealer and was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA ID Number: 10207869 (Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the rainstorm could have caused water to enter into the sensors for the automatic emergency brake to become defective. The approximate failure mileage was 17,000.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-31
- VIN: 1N4BL4DV3MN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The forward emergency braking system periodically will engage with no reason. I did not record the first date this happened. It was in July 2021. This first happened not long after I purchased the car last year on the interstate in heavy traffic with low speed and nothing close enough to set it off. Sometimes just the emergency light will just appear and disappear quickly and sometimes it comes on and the brakes go on. The dealer service and the regional technician has inspected it a few times and could find no error but it only happens sporadically. I checked recently and there is a class action suit against Nissan for the same problem in Tennessee. There seems to be the same problem with other models from 2019 to present.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-31
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Altima equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: ProContact, Tire Size: 215/55/R17, DOT Number: VY3RWCN5(3621). The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the TPMS showed that the tire pressures were low. After stopping the vehicle, the contact discovered a blowout of the driver’s side rear tire. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not contacted. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 6,000.
2021 Nissan Altima recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2021 Nissan Altima.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
- Consequence: A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.
Negative 2021 Nissan Altima car reviews
Positive 2021 Nissan Altima car reviews
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I chose this car for its sleek appearance and advanced technology, which truly make it a dream to drive. If you're a fan of cutting-edge features, this car is definitely worth considering. However, it's important to note that its gas mileage is not ideal for city driving. With a 50-liter tank, you can expect to get no more than 400km in town. On the highway, it performs better, averaging about 6 liters for every 100km. Overall, this car is truly amazing in every way except for its gas consumption.
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I've been driving an Altima rental for almost two weeks while my truck is in the shop. Although it's the low-end trim model, I find it quite comfortable. The car may be a little underpowered when starting out on an incline, but it's still acceptable. I'm really impressed with the great gas mileage it's getting. The car can easily accommodate four adults, which is a plus. I particularly like the keyless entry and remote start feature, which gives me hope that the car has nice electronics. However, the entertainment system seems to be the weak link. Although there's a nice big display, I can only connect my iPhone with a cable to access basic phone and iPod functions, which were available on a 2012 basic model Toyota. So, my message to auto manufacturers is this: I won't buy any vehicle that doesn't include Android Auto or Apple Carplay. It's not just Nissan that's losing at this game; Toyota is guilty too. I don't want to regret my vehicle purchase every time I get into my car. There was a time when it would be easy to upgrade to an aftermarket sound system, but that seems far from the case now. Since there's already a nice display installed, I wish there was a way to enable Carplay. I would even pay a reasonable amount to unlock that feature. But now, I would just have years of a less-than-optimal experience if I purchase this model.
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Your Nissan is a great car! The interior is basic yet has everything you need, including a rear reverse camera, Bluetooth, blind spot signals, trunk space, back seat space, smooth ride, and reliability. The drive is incredibly smooth and comfortable, and the steering is just as smooth. The car is great on gas and has a nice trunk size with plenty of room for passengers. The standard safety and technology package is up to speed with what is expected on a modern vehicle. The car has a good reputation for lasting and being reliable. Although the power and acceleration are a bit slower compared to most standard 4 cylinder vehicles, the price is pretty average compared to most vehicles of its class, and the engine, technology, features, and design are of good quality. Overall, it's a great car that you can rely on!
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The 2020 Altima has a fresh, modern exterior design and boasts a range of technical innovations inside, such as a larger screen, an updated Nissan Connect package, more comfortable seats, and additional sensors. It's also easy to drive, with good mileage and a CVT transmission that provides increased acceleration.
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This Altima SL has a standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with front-wheel drive. On a trip from NY to San Antonio and back, it averaged an impressive 42.1 mpg while cruising at 80 to 85 mph, fully loaded with luggage and people. It is the best car I have ever owned. The controls are excellent, the handling is superb, and it is smooth to operate. The Bose radio is top-notch, and the seating is really comfortable. The only flaw I noticed was that the passenger seat is too low, which made my wife uncomfortable seeing forward. She is 5'6
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Are you having problems with your 2021 Nissan Altima?
D'angelo Hirthe 2024-11-24
2017 was a great year for family sedans, but I wasn't aware of that at the time. Unfortunately, Toyota's 2018 redesign of the Camry resulted in a less comfortable ride with stiff seats. On the other hand, the Altima did not receive a significant upgrade with its 2019 redesign, but it still drives better than the new Camry. The Altima has a stronger passing power on the highway and better uphill drive due to its good low-end torque. However, the front seats are narrower than those of the 2018 Altima by about an inch, which makes them less comfortable than the older Altima. It's a shame that Nissan cut corners in this area. Lumbar support is not standard except for the highest trim, which is why I chose to buy the base model. Why pay thousands more for an equally uncomfortable car? I ended up with the Altima because I couldn't find my first choice, a new Ford Taurus, and the new Camry gives me back pain in just 10 minutes. The Altima has the best drivetrain power delivery among cars of this class and price, and I wanted to get a sedan before more redesigns make them even worse. I did not trade in my 8-year-old Camry because it is still much more comfortable to sit and drive than any of these new cars. I am sure my old Camry will outlast the new Altima!
Alexis Bogan 2024-09-07
Despite having only 36,000 miles on my 2020 Altima SR, the seats started to rip. I reached out to Nissan Affairs for assistance, but unfortunately, they did not follow through on their promise to call me back. It is disappointing to see such cheap materials used in an otherwise nice car. As a customer, it is disheartening to feel like no one cares after signing on the dotted line. However, I am confident that Nissan will take responsibility for this issue and provide a satisfactory resolution.
Seamus Kuvalis 2024-06-22
I recently visited a Nissan dealership to explore the SR, SL, or Platinum models. During my visit, the salesman informed me that the interior stitching is only available in orange for the SR models. While the orange stitching looks fantastic on cars with an orange exterior, it may not blend well with other exterior colors. I was disappointed to hear this news, but I appreciate the salesman's honesty and helpfulness.
Orval Little 2024-06-12
I've always heard that these were good cars, so I thought I would give them a try. However, I found that the base S model is very bare bones. To get some nice driver assist options, aluminum wheels, and other convenience items, you have to get the SR, which comes with a list price of $28,000. Unfortunately, you can't get red, and you have to pay extra for maroon, which is not even red. Additionally, the only interior color available is black, which can be quite hot in the summer. When I compared it to the Hyundai Sonata, which is the same basic size car, I found that the Sonata has an 8-speed transmission with a stop/go feature and is also offered with a turbo engine with about 30% more horsepower. The SEL gives you all the packages offered by the Altima SR and more, including parking assist, lane departure, and remote start, all at a lower price. It is also available with tan or gray upholstery in addition to black, and the Calypso Red color is no charge. Moreover, with some
Ariel Keeling 2024-05-07
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with the 2021 Altima. Overall, I think it's a great car that handles and drives well. However, I did run into a bit of trouble around 3,300 miles when the front camera needed a replacement part. The dealership assured me that it's okay to continue driving in the meantime, but it's been almost four days and we're still waiting for the part to arrive. Just wanted to give you a heads up in case you run into a similar issue!