2015 Nissan Altima problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 953 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Nissan Altima, filed between 2014-09-29 and 2026-09-18. The most common problem areas are the exterior lighting (270, 28%), air bags (177, 19%) and power train (161, 17%). Owners reported 46 crashes, 5 fires and 27 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 10 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Nissan Altima complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 270 | 28% | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 177 | 19% | 23 | 0 | 16 |
| Power train | 161 | 17% | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 92 | 10% | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Engine | 66 | 7% | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 64 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 63 | 7% | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 55 | 6% | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Steering | 48 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 44 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 38 | 4% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 26 | 3% | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| Visibility/wiper | 26 | 3% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 25 | 3% | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 17 | 2% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Exterior lighting: 270 complaints
- 270 complaints of 953 (28%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 9 of them also name the visibility/wiper; owners reported 8 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Altima covers this system.
Air bags: 177 complaints
- 177 complaints of 953 (19%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 8 of them also name the power train; owners reported 23 crashes and 16 injuries in these complaints.
- 3 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Nissan Altima; the latest, campaign 16V911000, says: “An incorrect Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have been installed in the front passenger seat.”
Power train: 161 complaints
- 161 complaints of 953 (17%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 20 of them also name the engine; owners reported 4 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Altima covers this system.
Engine: 66 complaints
- 66 complaints of 953 (7%) name the engine.
- 20 of them also name the power train; owners reported 2 crashes and 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Altima covers this system.
Suspension: 64 complaints
- 64 complaints of 953 (7%) name the suspension — springs, shocks and struts, control arms and ball joints.
- 13 of them also name the steering; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Altima covers this system.
Structure: 63 complaints
- 63 complaints of 953 (7%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- 6 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 3 crashes, 2 fires and 1 injury in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Nissan Altima; the recall, campaign 18V915000, says: “The door latch-lock cable may not have been routed properly in the rear door when the remedy was applied.”
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 40 |
| 2016 | 88 |
| 2017 | 71 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2019 | 138 |
| 2020 | 130 |
| 2021 | 113 |
| 2022 | 106 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 51 |
| 2025 | 35 |
| 2026 | 35 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ALTIMA, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Nissan Altima recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Altima?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Nissan Altima's most common problem areas are the exterior lighting (270 of 953 complaints), air bags (177 of 953 complaints) and power train (161 of 953 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Nissan Altima have?
NHTSA has 953 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Nissan Altima, including 46 reported crashes and 5 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Nissan Altima's problems?
NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2015 Nissan Altima; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.