2016 Nissan Altima problems and complaints
Owners have filed 555 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Nissan Altima. The most-reported areas: Power Train (235), Engine (86), Unknown Or Other (81).
Key takeaways
- 555 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 28 involve a crash, 3 a fire, 32 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 235 | 42% |
| Engine | 86 | 15% |
| Unknown Or Other | 81 | 15% |
| Air Bags | 72 | 13% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 65 | 12% |
| Exterior Lighting | 42 | 8% |
| Electrical System | 42 | 8% |
| Structure | 29 | 5% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 27 | 5% |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 22 | 4% |
| Steering | 16 | 3% |
| Suspension | 12 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Air Bags,seats - filed 2026-10-23
The airbag light on my 2016 Nissan Altima model came on, showing code B0020-13. This airbag code indicates a problem with the driver side airbag system, typically caused by damaged wiring, a malfunctioning seat sensor, or a loose connector beneath the driver's seat. The repair quote from my local Nissan dealership rang...
Air Bags - filed 2026-10-13
I have a 2016 Nissan Altima, Its airbag light is on. diagnose say the driver side airbag has problem. Nissan has recall, but not include my VIN: [XXX]. How?? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-09-08
The HVAC system in my 2016 Nissan Altima produces cold air, but the airflow is not properly directed through the dashboard vents toward the occupants. Instead, the airflow is primarily directed toward the floor and windshield. This problem has continued throughout the summer of 2026. I have two children, ages [XXX] an...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.