Nissan · Altima · 2023
2023 Nissan Altima
0
Recalls
26
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2023 Nissan Altima has no recalls and 26 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: electrical system (6 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2023 Nissan Altima page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is electrical system with 6 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2023 Nissan Altima currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 26 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are electrical system (6), unknown or other (3), engine (3).
- Vehicle
- 2023 Nissan Altima
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 26
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
9.2% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
26 totalENGINE
Mar 29, 2026
The engine mounted high pressure fuel pump became loose and unseated because the engine-side mounting threads failed. The pump lifted off its mounting surface, the head of the engine, and oil came out around the top of the engine. This failure caused sudden loss of engine power a...
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
CRASH2 injuriesMar 26, 2026
During a traffic incident on March 26 2026 I was the driver of the 2023 Nissan Altima SL and I suffered unnecessary bodily injury due to the AEB system. I was in a forward collision, the warning indicator did not go off, and the AEB may have went off after the crash unnecessarily...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 10, 2026
I purchased my car earlier this year. Paid in full. After having it for about 3 months I had to get a new battery. Now, about 2 months later I’m having to get a new alternator. A licensed car mechanic purchased the battery and put it on. The alternator, I went to the Nissan deale...
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ENGINE
Dec 1, 2025
My mechanic noticed oil leaking near the oil pressure switch during a routine oil change. Told me to take it to dealership since I should still be under warranty. When I took it in, they very quickly were able to access that the oil pressure switch was faulty. Mechanic said it is...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Nov 29, 2025
Attempted to start 2023 Nissan Altima. Engine did not turn over. Dashboard lights came on and then shut off. No further response. Had Altima towed to Nissan Dealer and after two weeks of sitting at the dealership. We were informed that the BCM unit needed to be replaced and fobs ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 27, 2025
The back up camera displays white while the lines to back up are present.
TIRES
Sep 25, 2025
P235 /40 R19 92V tires came with 2023 vehicle purchase. Two years following purchase, there are 2 large sidewall cracks at 32,000 miles for the front driver side tire even though the manufacturer mileage warranty is 70,000 miles. One out of four tires exhibiting this issue. Find ...
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SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
CRASHJul 31, 2025
A car slammed on brakes in front of me and I hit the brakes but my car still hit the other car messing it up pretty badly. No one was hurt but the car has stopped automatically before, it’s like the sensors couldn’t tell I vehicle had stopped or was even in front of me.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Jul 9, 2025
THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) SYSTEM WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTIONB WARNING LIGHT COMING ON IN MY CAR. NO, I DONT FEEL MY SAFETY WAS AT RISK AT THAT TIME NO, IT HAS NOT BEEN REPRODUCED OR CONFIRMED. WE DID TAKE THE VEH TO NISSAN OF GREENVILLE, TX AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOT...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 27, 2025
This vehicle was purchased used with 10,000 miles. Since purchase we have been experience with the battery and electrical system not functioning properly. The car is not driven much, but is started daily and run for 10 minutes when it is functioning. The car shuts down and it ...
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Showing 10 recent complaints from 26 total
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Altima have?
The 2023 Nissan Altima has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2023 Nissan Altima?
NHTSA has received 26 owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Nissan Altima.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2023 Nissan Altima?
The 2023 Nissan Altima received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Nissan Altima?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2023 Nissan Altima are electrical system (6 reports), unknown or other (3 reports), engine (3 reports).
Does the 2023 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2023 Nissan Altima. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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