2002 Nissan Altima Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2002 Nissan Altima recalls

Most common 2002 Nissan Altima problems

Problem areas named in the 1,047 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	660
Structure	130
Engine	92
Electrical System	79
Power Train	41
Exterior Lighting	41
Fuel System, Gasoline	39
Air Bags	35
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	30
Unknown Or Other	23

What owners report

2026-01-20, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle had failed the State Inspection because the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 03V251000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The dealer was contacted for recall completion and informed the contact that the recall was not applicable to the vehicle because the contact did not reside in the States listed in the recall. The contact stated that the vehicle registration could not be renewed due to the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, but no assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time

2025-07-26, Unknown Or Other
I purchased a 2002 Nissan Altima from Stone’s Automotive in Somerset, Kentucky on [XXX]. I was told by the dealer that the oil pressure light sometimes comes on and he thinks it may have a weak oil pump. A couple of days later, I brought it to the mechanic they use, and at first, they thought it was just the oil pressure sensor or old oil. I had the sensor and oil replaced, but the oil pressure light is still coming on. When I returned, the mechanic told me it likely is the oil pump and advised me not to drive the vehicle anymore, as low oil pressure will ruin the engine. I was never told how serious this problem actually is when I purchased the vehicle. I didn't know you’re not suppose

2024-04-03, Electrical System
I've owned my 2002 Nissan for about 6 months now the previous owner informed me prior to purchase about issues she was having and the reason she was selling the car, explain to me that her friend who has worked on cars 20+ yrs felt if cause could be found it was repairable but seems luck she had is now the luck I'm having. I have a couple ppl look over the car under hood and run diagnostics but nothing can be found.. I can't afford to junk the car my income budget is tight and doesn't allow much wiggle room to purchase a new ride a friend told me about the NHTSA website so we went exploring entering my VIN number comes back no recalls but looking over the recalls for saying make and model an

2022-08-02, Fuel/Propulsion System
first, I started to notice my car would loose power while driving, over a couple months, it started to stall and/or completely shut off while driving at low speeds or at red lights! When this first stared happening, the car would immediately fire back up when cranked, after about a month of this, I noticed, I could not drive at or above 45mph or it would shut down, or drive for more than 15 minutes and it would shut off…AND NOT START AGAIN! It would crank, but not start, I would have to wait 30 minutes or more and then it would start right up! This is dangerous due to the immediate- no- warning shut off, whenever and wherever! I’ve almost caused multi car pile up! Not to mention my kids

2022-06-17, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the traction control warning light illuminated. The vehicle hesitated to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 03V455000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 133,000.

2002 Nissan Altima questions

Does the 2002 Nissan Altima have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2002 Nissan Altima: Engine And Engine Cooling; Engine And Engine Cooling; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe; Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Nissan Altima?

Based on 1,047 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (660), Structure (130), Engine (92).

How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Nissan Altima has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.