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2017 Nissan Altima Body & Structure Problems

17 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data

17
Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Crashes
1
Fires
Feb 2019Dec 2017
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Body & Structure Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #18V915000

STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Altima vehicles, previously remedied under recall number 17V-040. The door latch-lock cable may not have been routed properly in the rear door when the remedy was applied. As a result, the cable may interfere with the window regulator causing the rear passenger door to unlatch and inadvertently open without warning when the window is lowered.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will secure the latch-lock cables in the correct position using the new remedy procedure, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7669.

Owner Complaints (17)

criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2021

Car was parked luckily but when door was shut the sunroof exploded like a volcano

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NHTSA #: 11421791
criticalSTRUCTURE
Filed: May 2020

I bought a used 2017 nissan altima with no problems with it and no accidents since I've had it. There's quite collection of water on the back passenger side. No leaks from the roof, doors, or windows.

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NHTSA #: 11325389
criticalSTRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FireFiled: Feb 2019

I was standing in dining room when I heard a loud sound. I walked outside and saw metal cabinet (which contained various cleaning products, spray paint, etc) next to front left tire of 2017 nissan altima on fire. I did not walk far enough off porch to examine if car was on fire at that time.

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NHTSA #: 11174845
highSTRUCTURE
CrashFiled: Dec 2017

My vehicle was parked in the stalls in front of the casey's general store entrance in evansville, wisconsin. I was parked there from 8am-5pm and when I returned to my vehicle, there was damage to the rear right bumper as if another vehicle had swiped mine backing in or out of the neighboring stall. There was no previous damage to my vehicle-it was in perfect condition as it is brand new.

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NHTSA #: 11053593
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the overhead console dislodged from the ceiling and fell downward, striking the driver on the head. No injuries were reported.

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NHTSA #: 11681512
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side sun visor independently detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with sun visor failure.

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NHTSA #: 11672902
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: May 2025

On 25Apr25, when driving vehicle home from mechanic following exhaust repair, hood latch disengaged and smashed windshield, less than 1 mile from mechanic location. Vehicle was returned to mechanic, hood safety latch inspected, and windshield replaced. Event also caused damage to hood body.

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NHTSA #: 11660703
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the center light console located on the roof in between the front driver and passenger seat had fallen off while driving at various speeds. After the initial failure, the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the console was repaired free of charge.

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NHTSA #: 11605848
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jun 2023

I was driving my nissan altima when the recall hood latch let my hood open.Yes my car is available for inspection. I was driving on public road when the hood open with out any warning. It stop me from see the road and cars in front of me.

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NHTSA #: 11526839
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2022

The locking mechanism on the rear passenger door has broken twice. The electric switching mechanism does not lock or unlock the door. Has to be done manually.

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NHTSA #: 11486144
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Mar 2021

When I drive my vehicle sometimes the hood latch opens I don't know why? Very scary when driving on freeway

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NHTSA #: 11405218
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Aug 2020

I bought this car from a dealership and there was a safety recall dealing with the hood latch

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NHTSA #: 11343568
mediumSTRUCTURE
Filed: Apr 2019

Distracting wind noise from driver side, possibly mirror past years have had driver side mirror recalls. The noise distracts the driver and closing the mirror stops the noise but renders the mirror unusable and dangerous

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NHTSA #: 11203326
lowSTRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Sep 2022

I was driving in the highway, and suddenly my hood flew open. I could not see I had to slow then and pull over to the side. Because of the hood coming up it cracked my windshield and the hinges damaged both sides of the front fenders.

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NHTSA #: 11482968
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Jul 2020

Hood latch

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NHTSA #: 11340241
lowSTRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT
Filed: May 2020

The rear passenger door can't be opened from the inside. Cabling came loose from the handle apparently. Door is able to be open from the outside.

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NHTSA #: 11325521
lowSTRUCTURE
Filed: Sep 2017

My 2008 nissan altima coupe has a dashboard that is melting and becoming sticky to the touch. As the melting and stickiness progress, the dashboard is becoming shiny and there is a glare occurring making it hard to see the road. As the stickiness and glare become worse, this vehicle is becoming dangerous to drive.

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NHTSA #: 11022564

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