2014 NISSAN ALTIMA Safety Overview
The 2014 NISSAN ALTIMA has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 8 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 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.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.