2013 NISSAN ALTIMA Safety Overview
The 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 12 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
- Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
- Air bags:frontal
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed.
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 North America, Inc.
Corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the unlatched position when the hood is closed. If the primary latch is inadvertently released again and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V315000: Corrosion to the secondary latch may cause it to bind and remain in the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may deploy incorrectly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 16V911000: If the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 16V244000: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V029000: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger air bag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger.
NHTSA Recall 15V681000: If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If fuel leaks from between the fuel sending unit and the tank, it may increase the risk of a fire in the event of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V486000: If fuel leaks from between the fuel sending unit and the tank, it may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V116000: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V565000: If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger.
NHTSA Recall 14V138000: If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima vehicles manufactured March 21, ...
Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V158000: Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, Sentra, and Infiniti JX35 v...
If the vehicle is involved in a crash necessitating airbag deployment and the passenger airbag is suppressed, there may be an increased risk of personal injury.
NHTSA Recall 13V069000: If the vehicle is involved in a crash necessitating airbag deployment and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.