Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 12 | −54% | — | Engine | Good |
| 2009 | 54 | 3.1× | — | Steering | Avoid |
| 2008 | 16 | −39% | 1 | Brake | Average |
| 2007 | 27 | 1.6× | 1 | Airbag | Caution |
* Complaints compared with the median Altima Hybrid year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Nissan Altima Hybrid problems
Latest Nissan Altima Hybrid recalls
Electrical system › Software
Nissan is recalling 204,361 my 2007-2008 altima, altima hybrid, 350z, 350z roadster, my 2008 altima coupe, rogue, my 2009 murano, and Infiniti my 2007-2008 g35 sedan, my 2008 g37 coupe and ex35 passenger vehicles equipped with continental automotive systems' occupant classification system (ocs) control units.
Remedy: Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Nissan Altima Hybrid should you avoid?
2009 and 2007 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Altima Hybrid years at the same age, led by steering problems in the 2009.
What is the best year for the Nissan Altima Hybrid?
2010 has the fewest complaints compared with other Altima Hybrid years at the same age, followed by 2008. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Nissan Altima Hybrid problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (34), steering (26) and engine & cooling (20). Electrical complaints peak in the 2009 model year.
How many recalls has the Nissan Altima Hybrid had?
1 recall across 2007–2010. The model year with the most is 2007.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.