FaultScore

2017 Nissan Altima driver assist problems

11 of the 521 complaints about the 2017 Nissan Altima are about the driver-assist systems — 2% of everything reported for this model year. Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before 80,000 miles.

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Complaints

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Crashes

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Fires

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Injuries

Exactly what failed

Automatic Emergency Braking 4 36.4%
Warnings 3 27.3%
Camera System 1 9.1%
Blind Spot Detection 1 9.1%
Forward Collision Avoidance 1 9.1%
Adaptive Cruise Control 1 9.1%

Driver Assist & Collision Avoidance across every Nissan Altima year

2014 10 5.0%
2017 11 5.4%
2018 23 11.4%
2019 62 30.7%
2020 43 21.3%
2021 30 14.9%
2022 13 6.4%
2024 10 5.0%

What owners said

Filed with NHTSA, in their own words.

Syracuse, NY

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

One month Insurance policy lapse and license plate surrender license suspension when I was in hospital emergency room bed time .

NHTSA complaint #11668426 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Syracuse, NY

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

One month Insurance policy lapse and license plate surrender license suspension when I was in hospital emergency room bed time .

NHTSA complaint #11668426 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Gaston, SC

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Subject: Urgent Complaint Regarding Nissan Altima CVT Transmission and Emergency Brake System Failure I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent failure of my Nissan Altima's CVT transmission and emergency brake system. This unexpected issue has jeopardized the safety of myself and others on the road, and I urgently need assistance in resolving these critical issues. The failure was confirmed by a trusted, who emphasized the seriousness of the situation. Without warning signs or symptoms leading up to the failure, the safety implications are even more concerning. I kindly request immediate action from the manufacturer to investigate and provide a solution to ensure the safety of all Nissan Altima owners. Additionally, I seek assistance from insurance representatives and other relevant parties in addressing this urgent matter, including guidance on replacing my transmission. Your prompt attention to this matter is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to a swift and satisfactory resolution. Sincerely, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA complaint #11590514 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Egg Harbor City, NJ

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Multiple times the car will brake while triggering the forward collision warning, sending the car into a limp mode of 40mph. This occurs at a stop sign/light, or while passing a car. I had the part replaced and the problem continues.

NHTSA complaint #11555979 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Egg Harbor City, NJ

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Multiple times the car will brake while triggering the forward collision warning, sending the car into a limp mode of 40mph. This occurs at a stop sign/light, or while passing a car. I had the part replaced and the problem continues.

NHTSA complaint #11555979 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Vero Beach, FL

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

Lights just came on . Never had accident.

NHTSA complaint #11543533 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Antigo, WI

BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

The BACKUP CAMERA LENSE has become blurry and makes it harder to recognize objects. My vehicle has only 38K + miles on it. I own a 2017 1/2 Nissan Altima SV.

NHTSA complaint #11446235 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Hinesville, GA

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

At certain times the front impact radar will say it is blocked or not functioning. Twice it has actually applied the brakes with nothing in front of it. Now the air bag light is on and will not go off.

NHTSA complaint #11428209 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Hinesville, GA

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

At certain times the front impact radar will say it is blocked or not functioning. Twice it has actually applied the brakes with nothing in front of it. Now the air bag light is on and will not go off.

NHTSA complaint #11428209 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 80,000 miles Peru, IN

LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION

MY 2017 ALTIMA HAD BEEN JERKING, ALMOST FELT LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING. THIS WOULD OCCUR AT RANDOM ACCELERATION CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL FOR BRIEF SECONDS BEFORE IT WOULD ACTUALLY ACCELERATE. ON TOP OF THAT VEHICLE HAS NOW STARTED A LOUD WINING SOUND THAT GETS LOUDER WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE. THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AND THEN GRADUALLY IT WILL BEGIN TO TAKE OFF. THIS HAPPENS AT EVERY STOP OR SLOW DOWN MADE. MY CRUISE CONTROL NO LONGER WORKS EITHER. SEVERAL TIMES IN THE PAST I HAD ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE NOT WANTING TO SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. SINCE THEN THIS IS WHAT HAS OCCURED. AT THIS POINT I CAN NO LONGER DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO NO ACCELERATION AND IM AFRAID THAT I MIGHT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT DUE TO EXTREMELY SLOW IF NOT ANY TAKE OFF FROM ANY STOP. I AM VERY UPSET OVER THIS ISSUE CONSIDERING EVERYTHING I HAVE READ UP ON ALL LEADS BACK TO THE CVT TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS FROM SEVERAL OTHER OWNERS, AND THE FACT THAT SEVERAL RECALLS HAVE BEEN MADE DUE TO THIS, BUT FOR SOME REASON NOT THE 2017 ALTIMA? IT IS APPARENT TO ME THAT THIS YEAR HAS ALSO BEEN AFFECTED. I AM A SINGLE MOTHER AND CAN'T AFFORD ANOTHER EXSPINCE AT THIS TIME ESPECIALLY SINCE I LOST MY JOB DUE TO COVID-19. NOW I AM UNEMPLOYED AND CANT DRIVE MY CAR DUE TO TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS THAT OBVIOUSLY SEEMS TO BE A REACCURING PROBLEM FOR NISSANS WITH THE CVT TRANSMISSIONS.

NHTSA complaint #11388338 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Manchester, TN

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

EMERGENCY FORWARD BRAKING DOES NOT DO ANYTHING THAT THE NISSAN BOOK OUTLINES OR THE ON LINE VIDEO OUTLINES . I HAVE TWO CASE NUMBERS 25746321 AND25772524 AND TWO DEALERSHIPS THE WORK REPORT SAYS NO CODE NO PROBLEM.

NHTSA complaint #11024585 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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