1996 Nissan Altima vs 1997 Nissan Altima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Nissan Altima | 1997 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 92 | 108 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 45 | 53 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 92,420 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Altima | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 37 | 35 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 7 |
| Power Train | 7 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 8 |
| Structure | 4 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 5 |
| Visibility | 5 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
1996 Nissan Altima
1997 Nissan Altima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.