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2020 NISSAN ALTIMA Safety Overview

The 2020 NISSAN ALTIMA has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
  • Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
  • Tires

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as engine failure increases the risk of a 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

2020 NISSAN ALTIMA 25V437000

Nissan North America, Inc.

Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.

A safety recall has been issued concerning engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical. Nissan North America, Inc. If ignored, engine failure increases the risk of a crash. To fix this, dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge.

Reported: 6/27/2025
2020 NISSAN ALTIMA 23V628000

Nissan North America, Inc.

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V628000: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/8/2023
2020 NISSAN ALTIMA 21V169000

Nissan North America, Inc.

Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V169000: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/11/2021
2020 NISSAN ALTIMA 21V138000

Nissan North America, Inc.

A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V138000: A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/4/2021
2020 NISSAN ALTIMA 20V685000

Nissan North America, Inc.

Over cured tires can result in a sidewall break causing a sudden loss of air or the tread separating from the tire. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V685000: Over cured tires can result in a sidewall break causing a sudden loss of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/5/2020
2020 NISSAN ALTIMA 20V570000

Nissan North America, Inc.

Rear window glass that separates from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V570000: Rear window glass that separates from the vehicle can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/22/2020

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.