2012 NISSAN ALTIMA Safety Overview
The 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Steering
- Air bags:side/window
- Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the affected bolts could become loose and fall out which may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for NISSAN ALTIMA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Altima vehicles manufactured from May 10, 2012, ...
The affected bolts could become loose and fall out which may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
NHTSA Recall 12V494000: The affected bolts could become loose and fall out which may lead to a loss... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 ALTIMA AND VERSA VEHICLES.
THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 12V055000: THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 15, 201...
THE AFFECTED ACU WILL NOT OPERATE AS DESIGNED AND THIS ISSUE MAY CAUSE THE AIR BAGS NOT TO INFLATE IN A CRASH WHEN THEY ARE DESIGNED TO INFLATE. THIS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 11V408000: THE AFFECTED ACU WILL NOT OPERATE AS DESIGNED AND THIS ISSUE MAY CAUSE THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN ALTIMA SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM A...
IF THE BOLT COMES OUT COMPLETELY, THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE DIRECTION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 11V371000: IF THE BOLT COMES OUT COMPLETELY, THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.