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2007 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (15%)

Chart based on 309 repairs.
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2007 Nissan Altima repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (31%)

< $100 (53%)

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Chart based on 181 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2007 Nissan Altima

Engine not specified

Nissan Altima in Nebraska, United States
Feb 2015 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015

140000 mi

US $400
front hub replacement 
Nissan Altima in Ohio, United States
Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009

45000 mi
Power steering fluid was leaking.  
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007

1000 mi
There is a slight clunk noise when I turn the steering wheel to straighten out the car after backing out of the driveway. 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Feb 2008

31620 mi
Replaced 4 wheel valve seals. 
Nissan Altima in Colorado, United States
May 2007 - Jun 2016
Jul 2007

1000 mi
Torn rubber gasket on sunroof found during delivery of vehicle, likely caused by other dealership. 
Aug 2007

2800 mi
Repair of torn rubber gasket on sunroof found during delivery of vehicle, likely caused by other dealership. Entire sunroof replaced.  Replaced sunroof to repair torn rubber gasket. No cost to owner. 
Nov 2007

7000 mi
Rattle in rear deck near speakers - dealer could not replicate problem. No repairs made. Light for TPMS on, but no pressure lost from tires (possibly due to cold weather). Reset/calibrated sensors. Passenger airbag light illuminated even when someone of right size was sitting in the seat. Dealer could not replicate problem - no repair attempted. Asked to return if it happens again. 
Feb 2012

72000 mi
Tires replaced by dealer in previous visit. One of the tires began leaking air at 20 PSI/day. Valve and TPMS sensor in wheel was broken (same unit), and was replaced by dealer. TPMS system indicated system malfunction. Dealer reset system and cleared error code. 
Jun 2014

108000 mi

US $212
Rear engine bank valve cover found to be cracked, and leaking oil into one of the cylinders. Replaced valve cover. Passenger side front axle seal found to be "seaping". Parts replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Ohio, United States
May 2007 - Nov 2014
Sep 2007

11000 mi
Tire pressure monitoring sensors were causing tire leaks 
Nov 2009

29000 mi
Brake clip was bent, causing vehicle to make a clicking noise when turning. Clip was replaced under warranty @ no charge.  
Nov 2010

35700 mi

US $85
Master Cylinder on brake line was cracked and leaking, subsequently replaced. Dealer paid for part, Owner paid labor. Online forum shows that this seems to be a common problem in 2007+ Altima. Replaced Cracked Master Cylinder. Dealer paid parts, I paid labor. Seems to be a common issue for for 2007-2010 Altima.  
Apr 2013

48300 mi

US $120
Another Tire Pressure Monitor went bad, needed replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Mississippi, United States
May 2007 - Jan 2014
Aug 2007

3000 mi
TMPS light lit up during normal driving condition. Have taken it in to the dealership for repair, was told that the sensor on the driver side tire was malfunctioning. 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
May 2007 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008

12000 mi
Back windows would not roll up 
Nissan Altima in Alberta, Canada
Jan 2010 - Nov 2017
Dec 2010

20460 mi
Driver seat shifting forwards and backwards when breaking/accelerating. Cause: Left seat cushion frame Assembly. Replaced frame assembly. 
Feb 2011

21900 mi
Service Engine Light was on, Diagnosed as Fuel Tank Temperature Sensor. Part was ordered and later installed. Service Engine Light was on, Diagnosed as Fuel Tank Temperature Sensor. Part was ordered. Part installed at a later date. Replaced failed fuel tank temperature sensor. 
Nov 2012

65140 mi

C $1200
Rack and Pinion failed and lost all power steering. 
Jul 2013

80600 mi

C $9
Almost stalled on start several times. After starting would hesitate, sputter, shudder during acceleration. SES light came on, 2 codes pulled. System back 1 & 2 too lean. Cleaned air filter then cleaned mass air flow sensor. 
Jul 2014

98980 mi

C $402
Stop light switch and wiring harness failed. I was told the failure was related to a wire that was installed for the remote car starter. The additional wire overloaded system. 
Nissan Altima in New Hampshire, United States
Nov 2007 - Dec 2011
Dec 2007

15000 mi
Relaced transmission for vibration  
Nissan Altima in Maryland, United States
Dec 2015 - Sep 2017
Nov 2016

110100 mi

US $400
Engine oil cooler seal failed and car was leaking oil. Seal was replaced. 
Jul 2017

116000 mi

US $30
Car began running rough and not shifting, check engine and Slip lights came on. Code indicated issue with Camshaft Position Sensor circuit. Tested and replaced the Camshaft Position Sensor and car is running normally. 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2015 - Mar 2016
Jan 2016

C $410
Brake peddle failed to move, appeared to occur during cold weather below -15 degrees Celsius. Garage replaced fluid in system and vacuum hose. Undetermined if fixed. 
Feb 2016

279900 mi

C $125
Replaced driver side control unit for window and lock controls. Replaced driver side handle, hands free lock/unlock button failed. 
Mar 2016

282100 mi

C $700
Radiator replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Wisconsin, United States
May 2010 - Dec 2012
Jun 2010

36000 mi
Number of issues - glove box latch broke. Tire pressure lamp could not be reset. CD stuck in CD player. Tire pressure lamp went on after leaving dealership for first attempt to fix. Returned and replace sensor. All good now 
Nissan Altima in British Columbia, Canada
Mar 2007 - Oct 2012
Nov 2007

6200 mi
Rear deck rattle, trunk torsion bars rattling against rear deck of trunk. 
Apr 2008

12400 mi
Rear deck rattled when going over any uneven surface. 
Nov 2008

21080 mi

C $35
Various lights came on, Slip, Parking Brake and VDC Off. Brake fluid was low and needed topping up. Computer check was also done on all systems. 
Jun 2011

46500 mi

C $160
TPMS light stays on even aftercresetting and all tire pressure reset 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Oct 2007 - Sep 2018
Dec 2007

4000 mi
Tire Pressure light came on. Dealer said it made sure tire press is correct in all wheels and reset the light. Problem returned within 2 weeks. 
Mar 2010

34000 mi
master cylinder failed -replaced  seats were not firm - rails replaced 
Jun 2012

69000 mi

US $160
Dealer said top engine mount broken, needs a replacement Dealer said top engine mount broken, needs a replacement 
Oct 2012

74700 mi
Battery died. 
Nov 2014

107000 mi
Leaky head gasket Battery Died. AAA declined to repair because battery tested good with them. It was AAA Battery, so I am upset at them. TPMS failed, too expensive to replace 
May 2017

142000 mi

US $1200
Cracked front Struts and leaking front bushing 
Nissan Altima in New Mexico, United States
May 2007 - Aug 2011
Jul 2007

3000 mi
ENGINE OIL COOLER O-RING LEAKING,TSB FOR PREV.MODEL YEAR 2006 APPLICABLE. DEALER TECHNICIAN NOTICED DURING ROUTINE OIL CHANGE SERVICE AND REPAIRED. 
Sep 2007

5000 mi
REPEAT OF PREVIOUS ENGINE OIL LEAK COMPLAINT FIRST REPAIR FAILED TO RESOLVE ISSUE,TODAY DEALER ADDED LEAK DETECTION DYE INTO ENGINE OIL FOR A FUTURE ATTEMT AT DIAGNOSIS OF DEFECT. 
Oct 2007

5000 mi
OIL LEAK FOUND TO BE AT THE OIL FILTER HOUSING TEST PLUG.PART WAS ORDERED. NEW TEST PLUG INSTALLED. WILL HAVE REPAIR VERIFIED AT NEXT LUBE OIL FILTER SERVICE IN NOVEMBER. 
Nov 2007

6000 mi
previously attempted oil leak repairs did not resolve defect.this dealer visit resulted in the replacement of the crankshaft seal located behind the harmonic balancer pulley.dealer assures me that the leak was difficult to isolate but they are certain tha 
Apr 2008

11000 mi

US $89
OIL LEAKEAGE FROM REAR CAMSHAFT SPROCKET COVER. OIL LEAKEAGE HAS BEEN A CONTINUAL COMPLAINT SINCE PURCHASE. DEALER HAS HAD DIFICULTY DIAGNOSING LEAK. TIME FOR LEAKS IN THE GENERAL AREA. 
Oct 2008

15000 mi
Oil leak, ongoing problem since purchase. Insisted dealer repair at this visit or lemon law action will follow. Dealer replaced camshaft solonoid seal. Time will tell if repair was successful. 
Nissan Altima in Utah, United States
Mar 2007 - Sep 2016
Aug 2013

78000 mi

US $630
headlight out, took 5! trips to 4 shops incl. 2 dealers, all diagnosing different things. Replaced ballast and igniter, then bulb. 
Aug 2016

111900 mi

US $300
replaced O2 sensor 
Nissan Altima in Wisconsin, United States
Feb 2007 - Jun 2012
Jul 2007

2000 mi
single sound on first driving-tie rod? their guess 
Jun 2008

6000 mi
single sound when moving forward; repair made no difference; sound stopped after several weeks 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
Dec 2006 - Sep 2018
Jun 2008

18000 mi
Driver seat would shift left to right while cornering. Dealer replaced rail assembly under seat. 
Sep 2008

20000 mi

US $30
Nissan released an official repair for the lateral seat movement. It included new parts and 2 hose clamps! 
Sep 2010

40000 mi

US $350
External door handle on driver side broken.  
Jun 2012

58000 mi

US $175
Battery replacement 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
Aug 2015 - Oct 2018
Apr 2018

48000 mi
The TPMS sensor would not go off even though tire pressures were OK. I took it to Discount Tires and they reset it; so all is good! 
Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jan 2007

4000 mi
The center console did not latch properly, so this was finally addressed. Ordered part. 
Feb 2007

6000 mi
Installed new center console. 
Nissan Altima in Utah, United States
Mar 2007 - Jun 2018
Jun 2007

5000 mi
Transmission hose that was connected to the radiator was leaking. Dealer replaced the entire Radiator assy. 
Oct 2008

37000 mi
It was for a seat squirm issue that has been going on in my car for the past year. They finally got a TSB and called me to fix the issue after I as well as hundreds of other owners found the problem. 
Dec 2009

62000 mi

US $110
TPMS sensor was cracked. This was done either when I got my tires replaced or just wear and tear on the car. 
Jan 2010

64000 mi

US $43
TPMS 
May 2016

139000 mi

US $270
High side washers needed replacement 
Dec 2016

145000 mi

US $250
oil ring gasket top side 
Jun 2017

148000 mi

US $250
low-side o ring washer repair and recharge 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD

Nissan Altima in Ohio, United States
- Sep 2007
Aug 2007

2000 mi
Cotter pin in front driver's side wheel axle/hub assembly was bent or loose causing a small ticking noise at each revolution of the wheel. Technician greased the pin and re-secured it to solve the issue. 
Sep 2007

3400 mi
Clutch was making a small clicking noise when pressed. Technician greased a part of the pedal assembly to solve the problem. 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2007 - Mar 2011
Apr 2007

620 mi
"One-touch-up" function of power windows did not work. Problem present at delivery. Problem fixed promptly. 
Sep 2008

17360 mi

C $40
The emergency parking brake was intermittently sticking / failing to fully release. 
Nov 2008

19840 mi
Faulty valve in tire pressure monitoring system in two tires - allowing air to escape. 
Dec 2008

21080 mi
Nav display screen malfunctioned. 
Jan 2010 Faulty TPM valve venting air out of the tire - slow leak. 
Nissan Altima in Quebec, Canada
Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Feb 2009

22072 mi
Low brake fluid caused parking brake/VCD/Slip lights to come on (and systems off line). Fluid topped up under warranty. Also changed 2 tire valve seal (also under warranty). 
Mar 2009

23560 mi
Rear speaker blown out on passenger's side. 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008

11780 mi
Driver seat loose on rails. Car difficult to start after sitting overnight in cold weather. 
Jul 2008

14880 mi
Drivers seat shifts - problem admitted by Nissan - working on fix but changed seat rails as a temporary fix, problem will come back 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2010 - Jul 2013
Dec 2010

38440 mi
evac valve was stuck open - TSB 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Mar 2011 - Jul 2017
Mar 2014

52000 mi

US $450
Oil leak 
Mar 2015

61000 mi
One tire pressure sensor replaced and system reprogrammed Leak in exhaust pipe 
Nissan Altima in Tennessee, United States
Jul 2011 - Sep 2018
Nov 2011

24500 mi

US $121
12 volt Battery was flat. Car did not start. Charged battery and was tested as bad at auto-shop. Replaced battery which resolved issue. 
May 2012

28500 mi

US $131
A/C would work intermittently. Blew hot, problem became more frequent as outside temperatures increased. 
Oct 2012

31000 mi

US $145
Master Cylinder leaking and replaced 
Dec 2012

31000 mi
Cooling System making gurgling noises. 
Apr 2013

32200 mi
Coolant leak noticed while car parked. Dealer replaced heater hose under extended warranty. 
Apr 2014

36000 mi
Car Window sticking on way up Drivers window sticking on way up 
Sep 2016

47000 mi

US $88
R&R 12v Battery 
Jan 2017

49000 mi

US $1275
R&R replace faulty axle. Also replaced damaged splash guards. Spent another $600 on tires. 
Jan 2018

52739 mi

US $432
Replaced leaky rear shock absorbers. 
Nissan Altima in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2010 - Mar 2017
Jan 2013

89800 mi

US $165
Broken rear sway bar. Replaced with larger aftermarket bar. Did it myself. 
Jun 2016

144000 mi

US $396
New rear struts, new belts and transmission flush and fill. 
Mar 2017

158000 mi

US $850
Front struts, sway bar and tie Rod replacement. 
Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Jul 2012 - Aug 2013
May 2013

103000 mi

US $300
wheel bearing making noise like metal rubbing metal. Only front bearings were replaced. Parts were purchased online and installed at local shop. Third party parts purchased. Labor cost was about two hundred dollars. Parts were about 75 each. 
Nissan Altima in Idaho, United States
Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010

46000 mi
Seal on back door was coming off. Repaired without a problem 
Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010

57000 mi

US $740
TPMS sensor Replacement + Wheel Alignment and 2 tyres. 
Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Jun 2010 - Sep 2015
Sep 2012

82000 mi

US $140
The rear tire pressure sensors had to be replaced. 
Mar 2013

90000 mi
Exhaust Leak. Front Exhaust pipe,manifold,and O2 sensor were replaced. Luckily, my car's exhaust system is covered under a California Emission warranty until 15yr/150,000 miles. 
Sep 2013

96000 mi

US $100
The car would not start with the push button start. It was due to a failed brake light switch. Mechanic replaced brake light switch. 
Jan 2014

88300 mi
Brake Attention light came on. Mechanic stated brake fluid was a bit low, they topped it off at no charge, 
Dec 2014

107000 mi

US $119
Serpentine Belt was worn and needed to be replaced. I noticed a squealing sound coming from under the hood. 
Nissan Altima in New Jersey, United States
Sep 2012 - Jun 2022
May 2013

24000 mi

US $300
Tire pressure sensor malfunction 
Feb 2014

25500 mi

US $215
I had a tire-pressure sensor replaced. This was the seventh one in just over 25,000 miles. I had a tire-pressure sensor replaced. This was the seventh one in just over 25,000 miles. 
Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
Jan 2007 - Jun 2022
Feb 2007

1000 mi
Small oil leak. Dealer found 1/2 inch of sealant missing from motor oil pan. 
May 2008

9000 mi
After dealer changed oil and rotated tires, oil spots appeared under car. I got under car and found oil plug only finger tight. Tightened plug with wrench. Called dealer and notified them of problem. 
Mar 2021

94000 mi

US $1400
Squealing replaces pads and rotors 
Nissan Altima in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2014 - Sep 2018
Dec 2016

148000 mi

US $200
Ignition coil went causing erratic engine behavior 
Apr 2017

154000 mi

US $800
Brake booster needed to be replaced Master brake cylinder was leaking into/into it. 
Nissan Altima in Alberta, Canada
Mar 2015 - Dec 2015
Aug 2015

123860 mi

C $2000
Replaced the back shocks and both front strut assembly's. Bolt was seized on back shocks and the whole shock had to be cut. Ruined knuckle when trying to get the bolt out, had to replace. 
Nissan Altima in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2015 - Mar 2017
Mar 2017

133000 mi
Battery died prematurely (<24 mths old). Replaced under warranty. 
Nissan Altima in Connecticut, United States
Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2007 The CVT transmission had a catastrophic failure. It was replaced with under 1k miles on the car. At the first visit, they just cleared the CEL and said it was fine, although when the CEL came on the car lost power and couldn't even climb a hill... The trip reported in April was followed by a trip two days later, in which they had the car for 5 business days to replace the transmission. It was 'successful' the second time, as it took a few months for the new transmission to fail again. 
Jul 2007

4900 mi
Total transmission failure. Nissan techs basically won't do any service on the CVT. If it breaks, they try the control module, if that doesn't work, they replace the transmission. This will be the third transmission in the car in under 5k miles. Another catastrophic CVT failure, this time 3 hours from home in searing summer heat. If this is another transmission replacement this early on (the car has only had one oil change!) the car is done for and will be 'returned' for a Mazda6 or something th 
Nissan Altima in Florida, United States
Jun 2011 - Feb 2017
Feb 2011

30000 mi
Replaced brake pedal switch assembly (part # 25320AX00B). Push button start was not working consistently. Had to forcefully push the brake pedal harder than usual to get car to recognize brake pedal was down in order to start car. 
Feb 2016

76844 mi
Replaced the CVT under warranty (10 year / 100,000 mile CVT warranty). The transmission was making a growling noise, most noticeable at low speeds and when coasting to a stop. 
Nissan Altima in Ohio, United States
Dec 2006 - Sep 2009
Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
May 2014 - May 2014
May 2014

156000 mi

US $1200
Passenger Hub assmebly failed. 
Nissan Altima in Texas, United States
Dec 2012 - Aug 2014
Aug 2014

99000 mi

US $720
Steering rack started leaking and system would not hold fluid longer than a day. Boots had cracked on both sides and seals also broken in the rack/pinion. Shop replaced with a rebuilt rack-pinion. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Apr 2013 - Jun 2013
May 2013

56000 mi
Fixed oil cooler leak. Changed the seal and the gasket. 
Nissan Altima in Florida, United States
Feb 2014 - Jun 2018
Mar 2014

112000 mi
CVT transmission was replaced, it was making a growling noise, similar to a dry speedometer cable. the sound varied with the speed of the vehicle. 
Nissan Altima in Texas, United States
May 2012 - Jun 2015
Jun 2012

100000 mi
Performed diagnosis and transmission replacement per Nissan Technical Service Bulletin. This trip was a follow-up to the transmission replacement per Nissan TSB. Vehicle exhibited noise and transmission slipping under acceleration. Dealer reported one drive axle was not properly seated in the trans output mechanism. 
Sep 2012

109000 mi

US $685
The week following the June transmission replacement both front struts were leaking as if the seals had failed suddenly. Dealer denied responsibility saying the subframe was supported by special equipment, rather than by the struts alone. 
Nov 2012

112400 mi

US $36
HVAC Blower failing to start when console switch set to 'on' position. Diagnosed faulty blower relay and replaced. 
Dec 2012

116000 mi

US $1350
A/C compressor locked at highway speed resulting in loss of serpentine belt at 114,587mi. 
Apr 2013

122200 mi
CVT failed for second time since June 2012. 
May 2013

126000 mi

US $135
Upper torque strut failed 
Dec 2013

138000 mi

US $220
Pressure side power steering hose leaking. Replaced with aftermarket (Edelmann #80651) hose assembly. While car was on the lift for the PS hose replacement mechanic discovered loose and missing engine/transmission cradle bolts. Likely not torqued correctly during April 2013 CVT transaxle replacement. 
Dec 2014

156000 mi

US $1100
Catalytic converter downpipe (part of the exhaust manifold) was found to be cracked. Symptom was a diagnostic code indicating failing catalytic efficiency. Replaced exhaust manifold catalytic converter assembly. CV joint boot failed. Replaced left-side axle/CV joint assembly. Leaking power steering pressure sensor. Power steering pressure sensor replaced. 
Jun 2015

161000 mi

US $100
CVT failed with P0710 Temperature Sensor Circuit, P0826, Manual Mode Switch Circuit and P0841, Trans Fluid Pressure Sensor. Dealer advised replacement of CVT assembly per service bulletin NTB09-044a and Altima sedan with QR25DE engine. 
Nissan Altima in Washington, United States
Apr 2009 - Dec 2013
May 2010

18000 mi
Heatshield popping. Rattles, not entirely fixed. 
Dec 2013

66000 mi
Rattle problems were never fixed. When you press on the vent panel you can still hear it squeak. It was still a problem when I sold it. The rattles and squeaks are worse during some seasons, but are not noticeable at other times. 
Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Jun 2007 - Mar 2012
Sep 2008

18000 mi
Service engine soon light came on. Dealer thought it might just be loose connection. They checked probable connections, reset system, and light went off. It was back on the next day. It's going in again. 
Oct 2008

20000 mi
Bad tumbler control valve. 
May 2011

52000 mi

US $450
Rear stabilizer bar broke in two. 
Nissan Altima in Florida, United States
Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008

21000 mi
Replace console armrest latch. Replaced previously ordered console armrest latch. 
Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Feb 2007 - Feb 2009
Jun 2008

15000 mi
No AC. Part still on national backorder a couple weeks after ordering it. 
Jul 2008

18000 mi
took over a month to repair AC--compressor and sensor-ok now 
Aug 2008

18000 mi
AC fixed after a month of waiting for part (in August). The battery went dead a few times. Dealer replaced it. Said they do not make the batteries. I said its a new car it should not happen. Altima does not have or supply 24 hour roadside assistance like  
Nissan Altima in Quebec, Canada
Feb 2007 - Dec 2010
Jul 2007

3100 mi
Seatbelt pretensioner too sensitive. Seatbelt pretensioner too sensitive 
Oct 2007

6820 mi
Driver's seat constantly squeaks (lube fixed it) 
Mar 2009

18600 mi

C $40
Rear shocks were leaking oil. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Aug 2007 - Jul 2013
Dec 2007

3000 mi
Vehicle rattling sound when started cold; reprogrammed ECU 
Jul 2013

84000 mi
New transmission installed under warranty 
Nissan Altima in North Carolina, United States
Jul 2008 - Apr 2013
Jul 2009

19000 mi
Stereo LCD display failed. 
Nissan Altima in Oregon, United States
Jun 2007 - Jun 2018
Nov 2007

9800 mi
Door chrome trim piece around small back side window on drivers side had a broken retaining clip and had to be replaced Package tray in rear of sedan rattles and needs to be fastened down. Replaced chrome strip on side window. Fastened down package tray to fix rattle. Replaced trim piece around left rear quarter window 
Jun 2008

26000 mi
Diagnosis of loose drivers power seat Drivers seat hardware replaced, motors, rails, everything except seat cushions. 
Sep 2008

31000 mi
Musty smelling A/C. 
Dec 2008

36000 mi
Ordered seat hardware, installed later. 
Jan 2010

50000 mi

US $98
Car hesitates going into gear(CVT) for 2+ seconds. Factory says up to 5 seconds delay is considered normal 
Jul 2013

77200 mi

US $90
alignment 
Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
May 2007 - Jun 2017
Nov 2007

4000 mi
Squeaky brake pedal. A TSB exists for this problem. Driver's seat shifts during turns. Dealer could not duplicate. Message boards indicate others are having this problem. 
Nov 2010

32000 mi
Rattling exhaust part was replaced under recall/TSB. (Dealer called it a recall, but I think it was actually a TSB.) 
Nissan Altima in New Mexico, United States
Dec 2009 - Jun 2012
Sep 2010

70000 mi
The service people said my Nissan has hole in muffler, and needed replacement. I declined for now. All is good. 
Nissan Altima in Indiana, United States
Mar 2007 - Jun 2022
Apr 2007

2000 mi
AUX jack on radio failed to work or only worked with a significant amount of static. 
Mar 2008

18000 mi
Driver's seat loose on tracks, shifts during cornering. Dealer could not duplicate, so no repairs or changes made. Driver's vanity mirror light does not stay on when open. Cold soak exhaust manifold heat shield rattle. This car was not included in the manufacturer's recall notice for this defect, but the dealer found the heat shield still needed to be replaced. 
May 2008

19800 mi
Replaced driver's side vanity mirror. Replaced exhaust heat shield that rattled upon cold start. Replaced driver's side vanity mirror/sun visor. 
Jun 2008

22000 mi
Windshield had a crack caused by stress from the body. Replaced under warranty. Updated engine computer's software to further reduce cold soak rattle. 
Jun 2009

35000 mi
Check engine light came on. Dealer replaced emission system valve under warranty. Driver's seat shakes during cornering. Covered by TSB; dealer ordered repair kit. 
Aug 2009

35000 mi
Driver's seat "shake" fixed with repair kit from factory. Covered under TSB, but sadly the seat now squeaks. Sigh. 
Aug 2013

83000 mi

US $400
Right rear shock leaking; replaced both rear shocks, bushings, and bolts. 
Aug 2015

112000 mi

US $300
Cracked radiator filler assembly, hole in radiator hose. Replaced both. 
Oct 2015

114500 mi

US $15
Several brackets had fallen out of the interior lining of the right front wheel well, causing the trim to scrape against the wheel. Replaced the missing brackets. 
Mar 2018

142000 mi

US $150
Replaced PCV valve 
Dec 2021

170000 mi

US $1300
Replaced catalytic converter 
Nissan Altima in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2007 - Apr 2017
Nov 2007

7000 mi
Exhaust heat shield rattled on cold start-up for 1 to 2 seconds Brake lamp switch squeaked when pedal was depressed, or when depressed pedal returned to original position. Lamp switch was replaced, no more squeak. 
Jun 2009

19000 mi
The driver's seat makes a loud squeeking noise any time the driver shifts his/her weight in the seat. This includes turns, acceleration, and braking 
Jul 2009

20000 mi
Driver's seat creaks when you sit in it and/or shift weight in it. Told could not replicate by Sansone Nissan. 
Dec 2014

89000 mi

US $70
Fuel door became jammed and did not open reliably upon use of fuel door lever. 
Jun 2015

97000 mi

US $495
End links rusted and stabilizer bar snapped, all required replacement. 
Feb 2016

102400 mi

US $1500
Rear shocks and struts replaced Front sway bar replaced 
Nissan Altima in Arkansas, United States
May 2007 - Mar 2010
Aug 2007

2000 mi
When I called to make an appointment for the air filter/air deflector recall, I told the service manager I had a squeaky brake pedal, and there was a TSB for it. He did not order the part beforehand, so I had to make a return trip. New pedal assembly installed. 
Oct 2007

3000 mi
Took it in for right side suspension noise and I-key recall. Inspected suspension but couldn't be duplicated. 
Nov 2007

3000 mi
The heat shield caused a rattle sound. 
Jul 2008

7000 mi
I had a transmission cooling line crack. It was replaced along with 1 quart of fluid. 
Sep 2008

8000 mi
Since July '08, I've had a CVT fluid leak. First, time I took it to dealer, they said it was a transmission cooling hose which was cracked, and it was replaced. I took it back a second time because it was still leaking, and I was told it was residue. 
Nov 2008

9000 mi
Had the driver's seat bottom assembly replaced due to it moving. There is a TSB about it. I took the Altima back a third time because the CVT cooling system was still leaking. This time I was told it needed a new radiator assembly, because leaking at the lower transmission fitting. It was not in stock and had to be ordered. New radiator assembly installed. 
Nissan Altima in Alberta, Canada
May 2007 - Jun 2017
Aug 2015

60220 mi

C $250
The rear sway bar was found by the service shop broken. I purchased replacement from Nissan and installed myself. 
Nissan Altima in Minnesota, United States
Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007

8400 mi
Had something loose in dash, turned out to be the speaker. Also "clunking" from the trunk area, the dealership claimed to have found a broken weld on the strut tower. Both of these noises have since returned! 
Oct 2007

9000 mi
Something loose and sliding/rattling in dash. Was told speaker cover missing "felt tape" Problem began again same day after being in the dealership. Took to different dealer for the same noise: something rattling/sliding around in the dash. They put "felt tape" on the speaker cover but noise promptly came back 3hrs later. This is unreal! I also had the squeaking "brake switch" replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Ohio, United States
Aug 2007 - Apr 2017
Nov 2007

8000 mi
Nissan failed to install correct rear-view mirror including compass. Compass should have been included in SL Pkg even though car also included NAV. I showed them my window sticker confirming I should have received the compass. Dealer installed the correct rear-view mirror w/ compass free of charge. Nissan admitted they had made a mistake and they reimbursed dealer for his labor. GOOD DEAL! 
Apr 2008

17000 mi
Rubber gasket that seals air inlet tube to air cleaner snorkel became dislodged. Dealer installed new gasket. 10 min. fix. 
Dec 2008

28000 mi
Timing chain chatter for 1-2 seconds on a cold start-up. ECU repgrogram solved problem. Excessive driver's seat side-to-side movement. Repaired excessive driver's seat side-to-side movement. 
Jan 2009

30000 mi
In extremely cold weather starts (under 20 degrees F)I hear lifter noise. Clears up within 5 minutes of normal driving. 
Jun 2009

35000 mi
Engine top-end chatter for 1-2 seconds on cold or hot start. Timing chains, sprockets, etc. totally replaced. 
Jun 2014

103000 mi
Replaced left axle seal under warranty. Seep. 
Nissan Altima in British Columbia, Canada
Mar 2007 - Mar 2016
Jun 2009

22940 mi

C $200
Vibration at below 3000 rpm. Vibration sounded like a loose piece of metal.  
Dec 2015

60760 mi
transmission replace under warrenty 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2007 - Mar 2011
Dec 2007

3720 mi
Fuel gauge kept going down very fast without any use of the car. It was the sensor of the gauge not any gas leak. 
Jun 2010

22320 mi
Clip on the Glove Compartment broke then not being able to close properly, leaking some light out from the inner part. Only really noticed on night trips. 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008

11000 mi
Whistling noise at 55-60mph around side view mirrors. windshield fogs on inside and defroster will not remove everything. They could not replicate the problem, but checked the air conditioningnsystem and said everything was fine. I cleaned afterwards and applied an anti-fog solution. 
Jan 2009

16000 mi
Windows continue to fog no matter what outside temperature or humidity; must run AC to partially clear. Not repaired. Fuel system was flushed as part of 15,000 mile maintenance for people in Midwest area. Fuel economy went down, from 24 to 15 mpg. 
Nissan Altima in Minnesota, United States
Jan 2008 - Mar 2016
Aug 2009

26000 mi
Replaced a brake switch which causes occasional failure in sensing the brake being stepped on before starting the engine. 
Nov 2011

58000 mi

US $585
master cylinder leak 
Jun 2012

67000 mi
engine oil leak 
Nissan Altima in Massachusetts, United States
Sep 2007 - Dec 2013
Aug 2013

188000 mi

US $500
Catalytic converter cracked and was loud/fumes in car 
Nissan Altima in Saskatchewan, Canada
Jan 2007 - Jun 2018
May 2007

2480 mi
Had to replace upper rad hose connector due to leak 
Jul 2007

3100 mi
Parts came in and they fixed the original problem which was to replace upper rad hose connector. 
Jul 2009

13020 mi

C $140
Stinky smell from vents after running A/C. Replaced filter and this seems to have fixed it. Same problem as before but different answer. 
Dec 2011

24800 mi

C $350
The check engine light went off. They said nothing was wrong with the car but the sensor was not working correctly. Then they decided the computer simply needed to be rebooted. And yes they charged $350 for that. 
Jun 2018

69440 mi

C $200
After much searching they determined the air filter was damaged resulting in it becoming plugged. Replaced filter and car was fine. 
Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
Nov 2010 - Jun 2018
Jan 2010

90000 mi
We received a notification in the mail that our car had been recalled because the transmission had an issue. 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Jul 2007 - Apr 2014
Oct 2007

4000 mi
Drivers seat "squirms" in place when taking corners fast, or other sudden movements. Feels like the seat has fallen off it's track. Dealer couldn't reproduce the problem. From the Nissan forums, other Altimas have the same issue, and a TSB from Nissan 
Feb 2008

12000 mi
An exhaust heat shield was recalled under a TSB for rattling at start-up, which the Altima suffered from. Heat shield was replaced under warranty. The driver seat "squirm" that was previously reported was finally diagnosed by the dealer. A seat track assembly was replaced under warranty. 
Dec 2008

27000 mi
Clutch began squeaking intermittently, then became constant when depressed. Dealer found faulty clutch assembly at the firewall, and was repaired under warranty. 
Jan 2009

29000 mi
The clutch pedal started to "squeak", similarly to the previous issue that was addressed. The dealer found that again, the pedal assembly was at fault, and the entire assembly was replaced. 
Jun 2012

100000 mi
Grinding sound from the rear drivers side, happening whether or not the brakes are applied. Caliper was seizing against the rotor, and the passenger side rear was also wearing unevenly. Both calipers were replaced. Emergency brake failed 
Jul 2013

125000 mi

US $750
Found coolant dripping in garage floor. Radiator was replaced. 
Dec 2013

142000 mi

US $350
Sway bar ends needed to be replaced 
Nissan Altima in Tennessee, United States
Oct 2010 - Oct 2013
Oct 2012

81300 mi

US $160
replaced battery 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010

87000 mi
Heat/ ac blower motor quit, wires shorted. Replaced blower motor and new wiring harness. 
Nissan Altima in Arizona, United States
Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Aug 2011

39000 mi

US $50
Radio display has been flickering off and on. Shop ordered a new radio. 
Sep 2012

49000 mi
leaking driveshaft seal 
Apr 2013

53300 mi

US $300
Rear shock absorbers leaking oil 
Sep 2017

73000 mi

US $1400
Check engine light was on. Front catalytic converter was replaced. RIght driveshaft seal was throwing grease onto accessory belt. Replaced driveshaft, transmission seal, accessory belt. 
Nissan Altima in Michigan, United States
Jun 2007 - Jan 2009
Jan 2008

15000 mi
Door was hitting on something when closing. Dealer said that the door feel out of adjustment and fixed it without a charge. 
Sep 2008

20000 mi
When passenger window is rolled up, it sounded like it was scratching on the track, but it doesn't happen all the time. The dealer could not duplicate the problem. 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

158-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

Nissan Altima in California, United States
May 2009 - Oct 2014
Aug 2011

65000 mi

US $300
Part needed for radio and notification system 
Sep 2011

66000 mi
Clear coat has failed and is bubbling off. 
Mar 2014

90000 mi

US $125
Headlight out. Requires removal of bumper or fender assembly on this car. 
Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Apr 2007 - Nov 2014
Sep 2007

4000 mi
Service engine light. Said it was the gas cap. Pulled a slight evaporator leak code. Service engine light. Pulled a slight evaporator leak code. Replaced leaking vent control valve. 
Oct 2007

6500 mi
Service engine light - determined the problem was the gas cap. 
Jan 2010

32000 mi
Dealer said they loaded a new program that controls the thermostat. 
May 2010

35000 mi
Replaced air intake tube Hybrid badges replaced due to corrosion  
Oct 2012

61000 mi
Radiator rusted and broke. Had to be replaced. 
Dec 2012

66000 mi

US $200
ECM had to be programmed Leak in catalytic converter 
Mar 2014

77000 mi

US $650
Replace front wheel bearings and brakes 
Nov 2014

82000 mi
The CVT transmission is making a loud clunking noise 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Dec 2007 - Mar 2010
Jan 2008

80 mi
 Driver visor light doesn't work, windshield wipers were ineffective, and service engine soon light was on. Dealer took care of it. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Dec 2013 - Apr 2019
May 2015

159000 mi

US $300
AC fan would not kick on upon start. WOuld take 10 mins+ before activating. This meant no vent heat or cool fan. AC compresser DID activate 
Jul 2016

184700 mi

US $395
Oil filter housing leak 
Sep 2016

190000 mi

US $1350
Hybrid battery replacement 
Nov 2016

193700 mi

US $200
Hybrid system would not activate after parking. All indicators were active but READY light would not engage. After Checking Brake Pedal Switch and charging battery, problem was located, OEM battery needed replacement at 193k miles! 
Dec 2016

195000 mi

US $160
Hybrid and ABS and Check Engine lights all came on 
Dec 2017

204000 mi
brake sensor switch stuck, could nt start car until switch released 
Jun 2018

220000 mi

US $800
Replaced front struts set (OEM) and related suspension parts 
Apr 2019

232500 mi

US $900
Multple error codes occured stemming from something causing misfires and rough idle. Because of Communications errors with various control module, a deeper diagnostic scan was made (300) indication back to ignition. While I suspected it was Ign control module, turns out to be bad ignition coil(s) combined with a 12v battery sporadically dropping current to 50cca! !2v Battery replaced, ignition coils replacedm spark plugs replaced. Errors cleared and day 1 went ok. Fingers crossed 
Nissan Altima in Massachusetts, United States
Feb 2007 - Mar 2016
Dec 2007

11000 mi
Navigation system seems uncalibrated. Could not "replicate problem". Will follow up with shop. 
Feb 2008

13000 mi
Nissan ordered a new navigation system after I sent them a video of the faulty navigation system. 
Jul 2009

35000 mi
Seat felt like it was slipping side to side 
Jun 2010

52000 mi
Brake, ABS, Traction Control, and VDC lights all turned on. Turned out to be a communication error between BCM and brake module. Fixed by taking off then reconnecting connections. 
May 2013

107000 mi

US $280
rear speed sensor went bad 
Jul 2014

128700 mi

US $200
sway bar wore out 
Oct 2014

132700 mi

US $110
Power Steering light was on, sometimes doesn't function. Dealer reset light, told me to try it out and if it came back then to come back. Hasn't come back but wheel is sticky on cold mornings. 
Mar 2016

150000 mi
Power steering warning light recurs occasionally, steering started to get stuck while driving sometimes 
Nissan Altima in Vermont, United States
Mar 2011 - Sep 2018
Feb 2018

276000 mi

US $750
Headlamp replaced,  emergency brake line and serpentine belt replaced to pass state inspection. 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4-door

6-cylinder CVT 2WD

Nissan Altima in Florida, United States
Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007

1000 mi
Front bumper assembly not aligned properly. 
May 2007

3000 mi
Bad clicking / rattling noise in rear speaker deck. Told problem was fixed but upon receipt of vehicle, the problem was not fixed. Have not had time to bring car back in again. 
Feb 2008

10000 mi
Air conditioning compressor making noise. Dealership recommended replacement. 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4-door

4-cylinder hybrid automatic 2WD

Nissan Altima in New Jersey, United States
Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007

2000 mi
hybrid system failure caused car to lose power at highway speed 
Jan 2008

2000 mi
replaced cooling system for hybrid engine. still not sure if the car will work properly. 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4-door

4-cylinder hybrid CVT 2WD

Nissan Altima in California, United States
Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007

8000 mi
driver side power seat track needed to be replaced; "bumpy" glide track. 
Jan 2008

8000 mi
Replaced seat track Low tire pressure warning indicator comes on at every engine start. Dealer said they inflated tires to 36 psi but didn't remedy; light still comes on each start. I called dealer and they said to "bring it in again", no need for appointment. Hybrid... 

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2007 Nissan Altima 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Nissan Altima in Puerto Rico
Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013

64000 mi

US $900
Engine oil cooler Right axle dust covers 

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