Does the 2021 Nissan Altima have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: back over prevention, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2021 Nissan Altima recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Nissan dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Nissan Altima?

70 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2021 Nissan Altima recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2021 Nissan Altima. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Nissan been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Nissan dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2021 Nissan Altima recalls, newest first

September 8, 2023NHTSA 23V628000153,376 vehicles potentially affected

Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 4, 2021NHTSA 21V1380002,407 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
Consequence: A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 70 complaints about the 2021 Nissan Altima with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 4
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Service brakes21
Electrical system20
Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking18
Unknown or other12
Forward collision avoidance › Warnings7

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Questions

Does the 2021 Nissan Altima have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: back over prevention, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2021 Nissan Altima recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Nissan dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Nissan Altima?: 70 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.