Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2014 Nissan Altima owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The visibility of the headlamps at normal brightness are very dim. I have read about numerous lawsuits regarding this, including a class action, but when I have gone to the dealer with the information postcard that I received in the mail, I am told by Nissan that I am "outside of the window" to have them replaced with newer brighter lamps. Per the website for the class action lawsuit, it should be for 2013-2018 Nissan Altimas ([redacted], et al. v. Nissan North America, Inc., Case No.[redacted]) http://www.altimaheadlightsettlement.com/ I feel that Nissan is avoiding this issue, although there are MANY Nissan Altimas that have headlights that are not hardly bright at all. I personally had at least one issue with a deer strike that I believe could have been prevented if my headlights worked properly.
I been trying to fix my vehicle recalls at my nearest location but they just don't got the time to work on my car, i experienced a terrible situation when i was driving on the freeway back from Los Angeles my hood opened i thank good i was driving less than 65mph with a few cars around me and my reactions was not too panic and slowly looking in all directions was able too pull aside of the freeway and closed the hood, I had family in my car and I just thank god nothing major happened I just can't imagine how terrible the situation could of end for my family and mine if i would of been going faster and not paying attention we could of lost our lives , i really do not feel safe at all driving this vehicle with my family anymore but this is our only transportation , I honestly want Nissan to upgrade me a new car i do not feel safe at all even after you guys fix it , I do not want to risk a …
Defective headlamps that delaminate and result in dimming of the low beam headlights. Driving at night is hazardous. My car failed headlight inspection at dealership on 5/07/22. Claimed that my car was not reflected in the system as one eligible for free replacement under the class action lawsuit depsite the fact I followed all instructions. Furthermore the dealerships do not have the headlights in stock and are on backorder. They cannot give a date when they will be in. And the cost is $1400!!!!! I fear this car and other Nissan cars with dimming headlights are accidents waiting to happen. I limit my driving at night and use high beams when possible. I am a senior citizen with vision issues. Please advise. Thankyou. Denise Puttre [email] [phone]
Poor visibility: when sunlight or artificial lights strikes the windshield at about 40 to 60 degrees, it prevents good visibility, specially when entering my garage. The problem becomes worse and under rainy-foggy conditions. Making very difficult to see the road and the signs, spite of using the wind shield wipers and the defogger to the max. I went to the local Nissan dealership to report this problem; I was told there was nothing wrong with the windshield. I sent a letter on 7/24/16 to Nissan of north America to notify them of this problem. No written response given; a clerk or secretary called me to tell me to take the car back to the dealership. They told me again there in nothing wrong with the windshield. On August 30th, 2016 while driving with 2 passengers, the poor visibility of the windshield put us in serious risk of crash at an interstate highway. …
I understand and am experiencing a serious issue with dim headlights that seems to be a common problem with many altimas. The head lights are so dim now that it is extremely difficult to see the road under normal night driving conditions, and it is magnified during inclement weather. I am also very concerned that I'm not going to see someone crossing the road which I encountered, and luckily the person had reached the other side of the road as I was just about to enter the crosswalk! There is no question that this is safety issue to all drivers of altimas, their passengers and pedestrians. As I hadn't expected this problem I really wasn't paying attention to it until I read an article that this is a common issue of which I am confused as to why it has not yet been addressed. Thanks for accepting my compliant.
Cracked 2014 Nissan Altima windshield. Parked in driveway under a carport.crack started from where the hood meets middle windshield. Found numerous complaints of spontaneous cracking of windshields. Possible engineering/materials defect. Examples: some at least 50 complaints. Http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/Nissan-Altima/t47v5h1tb7k... (five pages) http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2013 -Nissan-Altima-discussion-2... Http:://www.carcomplaints.com/Nissan/Altima/2013/windows_windshield/windshield_cracked.shtml such as: "dear NHTSA, please investigate if the windshield on 2013 Nissan Altima are defective in nature. Our brand new Altima which has less than 2 years old suffered a crack windshield, that appeared out of nowhere. "
Takata recall: the driver side sun visor in my 2014 Altima has somehow broken from the inside-out. I would estimate that it began malfunctioning over the last year. It will not stay clipped into place and it seems the clip or some piece inside of the visor affects the ability for the visor to function properly. The visor being broken is a safety concern because it prohibits my view as the driver and the visor swings into my view when turning. When the visor is locked in place, I have to crouch down to see under it. It seems to be a hazard and concern for many other Nissan owners. The real issue of safety and the hazard is that the visor wasn't broken due to poor use, it seems to have been defective from its inception.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. While traveling approximately 65 MPH, there was a loud popping sound and then the sun roof glass shattered without warning. The contact indicated that the sun roof was closed and that there was no impact. The contact was not sure if the track was off or if the seals failed associated with the glass fracturing. The contact stated that upon opening the sun roof, the glass was already fractured. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for further inspection and diagnosis. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 16,500.
While driving home last night approx 35 MPH my hood flew open and unlatched and impaired my windshield significantly and visibility driving was extremely impacted. As it was late in the evening there was no traffic directly in front or behind me. I was startled to say the least. I was able to safely negotiate to shoulder of road and engage hazard lights and resecure the hood. I was on a city street and moving straight and not turning the vehicle. I would hate to think a far worse outcome in heavy interstate traffic at a higher speed.
While driving approx 65 MPH, was startled by large booming crash from roof of my car. Upon pulling over and examining it was apparent that the sunroof had exploded. There was no evidence of a rock or other object hitting the sunroof, and no other automobile had been in close enough proximity to flip up a rock or other object. Dealer acknowledged they have had a handful of other people come in with unexplained shattering of sunroofs.
Window & Wiper complaints in other Altima years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 2014 Nissan Altima?
NHTSA has 25 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 2014 Nissan Altima, 2% of the model year's 1,114 complaints. The component named most often is sun/moon roof assembly (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2014 Nissan Altima window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 2014 Nissan Altima, though it has 8 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2014 Nissan Altima window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 21,000 miles, and 67% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to windows, wipers & sunroof problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.