CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Nissan Altima has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2,314 complaints with NHTSA, including 63 crashes, 9 fires, 48 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (514 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2013 Nissan Altima recalls
Hood Can Open While Driving if Latch Corrodes
The primary hood latch can be released by accident.
Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Incorrectly in a Crash
A front passenger seat occupant sensor (Occupant Classification System) module may be the wrong part for the seat it is installed in.
Passenger airbag may stay off in a crash
The front passenger occupant classification system can wrongly read an adult as a child, or read an occupied seat as empty.
Hood May Open While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
The secondary hood latch on certain affected vehicles can bind and stay in the unlatched position even when the hood is closed.
Passenger Airbag May Stay Off With an Adult Seated
The occupant classification system in these vehicles may have been fitted with an incorrect control unit during a prior repair.
Fuel Leak Near Tank Could Raise Crash Fire Risk
A fuel sender o-ring may not have been seated properly during assembly.
Hood may open while driving, risking a crash
The secondary hood latch can bind and stay in the unlatched position even when the hood looks closed.
Most common 2013 Nissan Altima problems
Problem areas named in the 2,314 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 514 |
| Power Train | 506 |
| Exterior Lighting | 444 |
| Suspension | 292 |
| Unknown Or Other | 240 |
| Electrical System | 159 |
| Engine | 158 |
| Structure | 138 |
| Steering | 96 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 61 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked; however, while attempting to move the gear shifter, the gear shifter failed to shift as intended. The contact stated that the failure was a known failure with the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed sensor. The contact was informed that the sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.
I own a 2013 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV with approximately 130,000 miles. My vehicle has a serious water leak affecting both sides of the interior. Rainwater enters around both sun visors, soaks the headliner, and runs down the windshield pillars even when the vehicle is parked. I believe the sunroof drainage system may be defective. I understand the vehicle is outside its original warranty, but I would like Nissan to review this issue for goodwill assistance and consider covering the diagnostic and repair costs.I am concerned about water damage, mold, and possible damage to electrical components near the windshield pillars. There is already signs of mold on the headliner. That is huge health conc
On XXX, at approximately 5:00 a.m., my son was driving my 2013 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL (VIN [XXX]) to work at approximately 55 mph when the hood unexpectedly flew open while the vehicle was moving. The vehicle had approximately 156,000 miles. The hood came up into his field of vision and significantly obstructed his view of the roadway, creating a serious safety hazard. Fortunately, he was able to maintain control of the vehicle. The incident caused substantial damage. The hood is bent, the frame/roof area around the windshield is bent, the sunroof is broken, and the interior overhead console containing the sunroof controls and lights is damaged and hanging down. After the incident, I learne
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the headlights were very dim, making it difficult to see while driving at night. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with deteriorating headlight assemblies, causing the low-beam headlights to fail to properly illuminate the roadway while driving at night. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 173,000.
Airbag and seat belt warning lights won't turn off one each on instrument cluster RED, and one ORANGEYELLOW center of dash next to hazard lights button
2013 Nissan Altima safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (10.3% rollover risk) |
| 2013 Nissan Altima 2 DR FWD | Not rated | n/a | n/a | 5 (9.3% rollover risk) |
2013 Nissan Altima questions
Does the 2013 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2013 Nissan Altima: Hood Can Open While Driving if Latch Corrodes; Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Incorrectly in a Crash; Passenger airbag may stay off in a crash; Hood May Open While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Passenger Airbag May Stay Off With an Adult Seated. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Altima?
Based on 2,314 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (514), Power Train (506), Exterior Lighting (444).
How safe is the 2013 Nissan Altima?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2013 Nissan Altima up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.