CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Nissan Altima has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (60 reports).
2018 Nissan Altima recalls
Hood Can Open While Driving if Latch Corrodes
The primary hood latch can be released by accident.
Rear camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk
The rear-view camera and display settings can be adjusted so the backup camera image no longer appears on the screen, and the system keeps that setting the next time the vehicle is put in reverse.
Most common 2018 Nissan Altima problems
Problem areas named in the 226 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 60 |
| Service Brakes | 48 |
| Electrical System | 37 |
| Air Bags | 37 |
| Power Train | 24 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 19 |
| Engine | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 13 |
| Steering | 12 |
What owners report
While operating my 2018 Nissan Altima on September 19, 2026, at approximately 9:20 a.m., during daytime highway traffic, the vehicle suffered a sudden and complete loss of propulsion, leaving me entirely immobilized on a highway ramp with no ability to accelerate or move out of danger. I was stranded in an extremely hazardous location with vehicles, including large commercial trucks, traveling nearby at highway speeds. I feared for my life because I had no way to move my vehicle to safety or protect myself from a potential collision. The situation was so dangerous that a State Trooper with Highway Patrol had to intervene and arrange assistance to have my disabled vehicle removed from the hig
The passengerâside airbag warning light first appeared within the first year of ownership. During that visit, the dealership did not repair the defect. They only reset the warning light and told me it was not a problem. No diagnostic documentation or repair explanation was provided, and the underlying issue was not addressed. The warning light returned in April 2026, showing the same unresolved defect. The dealership stated the repair would cost approximately $2,000 and said neither the Certified PreâOwned warranty nor the extended warranty would cover the airbag system. This contradicts the nature of the failure and the prior visit, where the defect was dismissed instead of repaired.
While driving at regular road speeds, the vehicle suffered a catastrophic safety component failure. The primary hood latch disengaged, and the secondary safety backup latch failed to catch or secure the hood. This caused the hood to violently slam completely open against the front windshield without warning, instantly and totally obscuring forward vision while the vehicle was in motion. This failure created an immediate, extreme crash risk for the vehicle occupants and other drivers on the road. Prior to the incident, there were absolutely no warning lamps, dashboard messages, or audible symptoms indicating a problem with either latch mechanism. The failed latch mechanism and the damaged veh
I am currently experiencing CVT failure as of I have filed a case with the nissan consumer affairs unit, case number 56846043. I was advised that even though there was a class action suit in 2022 for CVT issues, my CVT Warranty Extension expired on 12/09/2024Â for this class action suit. I purchased the car in May of 2025. The dealership failed to mention the class action suit or there were problems with the transmission. Since this is a well known issues, I am requesting help with the cost of repairs.
So I have the 2.5L QR25DE engine with the exact exhaust failure from campaign PC717, and I need Goodwill Assistance because the part failed identically.
2018 Nissan Altima questions
Does the 2018 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Nissan Altima: Hood Can Open While Driving if Latch Corrodes; Rear camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Nissan Altima?
Based on 226 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (60), Service Brakes (48), Electrical System (37).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.