CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Nissan Altima has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 393 complaints with NHTSA, including 24 crashes, 7 fires, 23 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (133 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2017 Nissan Altima recalls
Hood Can Open While Driving if Latch Corrodes
The primary hood latch can be released by accident.
Rear door may open while driving if window is lowered
A previous repair under an earlier recall was not always done correctly.
Rear doors may open unexpectedly while driving
A rear door latch cable on these vehicles may have been routed incorrectly during assembly.
Most common 2017 Nissan Altima problems
Problem areas named in the 393 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 133 |
| Air Bags | 74 |
| Unknown Or Other | 62 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 41 |
| Engine | 39 |
| Electrical System | 27 |
| Service Brakes | 19 |
| Structure | 18 |
| Exterior Lighting | 18 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the front passengerâs side air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
2017 Nissan Altima purchased used from large used dealer chain location in Albuquerque, NM on 11/24/25. At delivery, salesman demonstrated driver seat moved up/down and stated it just needed a bolt/belt. Co-signer who was present witnessed. Component failed: Driver seat front mounting bolt missing â seat not secured to floor, moves up/down and wobbles side to side. Vehicle was sold with this defect present at delivery. Safety risk: In crash or hard braking, unsecured driver seat can shift, ejection risk, loss of control, seatbelt and airbag will not protect correctly. Driver and any passenger at risk. Elderly co-signer also at risk as passenger. Reproduced/confirmed: Yes. Dealer had veh
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The dealer was contacted and diagnosed the vehicle with an electrical fault inside the air bag, and it was determined that the air bag inside the seat back needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer stated that the electrical fault from the air bag was not under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
1. Headlights. The headlights are dim to the point that vision at night is greatly impaired unless I use my high beams. It is available for inspection. 2. Impaired vision at night, I cannot see very well when driving at night, and others may be affected by not being able to see me as well. 3. This is a known manufacturing defect which has been confirmed by Nissan, and is actually subject of a class action settlement, however I was unaware of the class action settlement at the time and didn't participate before the deadline. 4. I have not been inspected yet, but am able to do so. 5. No, there are no warnings, the headlights are just too dim to see.
I was driving home from the store like 4 blocks away and on the road thereâs dip n the road you canât avoid it so after i drive over it the airbag light comes on with hitting anything.
2017 Nissan Altima safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (10.3% rollover risk) |
2017 Nissan Altima questions
Does the 2017 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Nissan Altima: Hood Can Open While Driving if Latch Corrodes; Rear door may open while driving if window is lowered; Rear doors may open unexpectedly while driving. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Altima?
Based on 393 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (133), Air Bags (74), Unknown Or Other (62).
How safe is the 2017 Nissan Altima?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2017 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 2017 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.