2018 Nissan Altima: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Nissan Altima: 2 recalls, 226 owner complaints and up to 31 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #19V654000 · 2019 · 1,228,830 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan altima, armada, frontier, kicks, leaf, maxima, murano, nv, nv200, pathfinder, rogue, rogue sport, sentra, titan, titan diesel, versa note and versa sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti q50, q60, qx30 and qx80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan gt-r and taxi and Infiniti qx50, qx60, q70, q70l vehicles. The back-up camera and display…
Why it matters: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected vins should be activated.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V315000 · 2020 · 1,831,818 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 Nissan altima vehicles. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch May corrode over time.
Why it matters: Corrosion to the secondary latch May cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. If the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a stronger release spring in the hood release lever, a warning label near the secondary hood latch, and an ownerâs manual addendum card with instructions on how to lubricate and maintain the secondary hood latch mechanism, free of charge. Owner…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (60): the most common themes are warning light on (9), electrical failure (4).
- Brakes (48): the most common themes are warning light on (7), brake failure / soft pedal (3).
- Electrical (37): the most common themes are electrical failure (7), door / lock issues (6), warning light on (5).
- Airbags (36): the most common themes are warning light on (17), fails to deploy (4).
The 2018 Nissan Altima has 226 owner complaints, ranking #18 of 34 Altima model years for complaints (well below the 455 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (57 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 36,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (391 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (232 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 38 | 31 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Nissan Altima. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Nissan Altima problems?
Owners have filed 226 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (60), brakes (48), electrical (37).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Altima get?
EPA ratings run up to 31 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Nissan Altima repair manual?
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