Does the 2010 Nissan Altima have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Nissan Altima, the most recent reported on September 10, 2010 (Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Altima?

Owners have filed 381 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (74 complaints), followed by power train (73).

How many 2010 Nissan Altima complaints mention a crash or fire?

25 of 381 complaints report a crash and 9 a fire; 37 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2010 Nissan Altima recalls and problems

3 recalls and 381 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan Altima.

recalls

381

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2010 Nissan Altima recalls

Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)

NHTSA campaign 10V401000 · reported September 10, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 7,948 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
The risk: Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Structure

NHTSA campaign 10V193000 · reported May 7, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 113 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 altima vehicles manufactured from april 7, 2010 through april 13, 2010. Some of the front side member assembly components may not have been welded to specification due to a tool maintenance error.
The risk: If several structural welds are out of specification on a single vehicle, it may have an effect on the vehicle crash performance.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary repair free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Suspension

NHTSA campaign 09V358000 · reported September 16, 2009 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 26,398 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification resulting in a potential for the strut insulator to crack.
The risk: If the strut insulator is cracked, there is a potential for the strut rod to come out of its mounting position, which could affect vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace both left and right side front strut insulators free of charge. The safety recall began october 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-nissan1 (1-800-647-7261).

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system74
Power train73
Unknown or other70
Air bags61
Engine50
Suspension31
Structure30
Service brakes28
Visibility/wiper22
Steering20

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 29, 2026 · Service brakes
Vehicle pulled out in front of me exiting from parallel park into oncoming traffic causing me to skid(slam brakes) & steer off into the other lane of traffic. When I got out to check the scenery & make sure she was okay, she flipped me off & Proceeded to curse me out

May 13, 2026 · Unknown or other
The sunroof completely dislodged from the vehicle and flew off into the traffic behind me on a highway. This included the entire sunroof - the frame, casing, window, mechanics and all! This was obviously a major safety issue for any vehicle driving behind me as well as a safety issue for me driving while such an…

May 6, 2026 · Electrical system · fire reported
Vehicle caught on fire my be a electrical problem

Jan 23, 2026 · Unknown or other
Vehicle doesn't work properbaliy

Sep 25, 2025 · Suspension · 95,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered severe corrosion on the rear cross-member. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive because the corrosion affected several parts of the vehicle. The mechanic informed the contact about NHTSA…

Altima model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2007	3	471	28	22
2008	4	1,030	54	13
2009	4	1,547	36	8
2010	3	381	25	9
2011	1	242	11	5
2012	4	426	24	2
2013	12	2,313	63	9

Across all years, the 2013 Altima has the most complaints (2,313). All Nissan Altima years →

Questions

Does the 2010 Nissan Altima have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Nissan Altima, the most recent reported on September 10, 2010 (Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Altima?: Owners have filed 381 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (74 complaints), followed by power train (73).
How many 2010 Nissan Altima complaints mention a crash or fire?: 25 of 381 complaints report a crash and 9 a fire; 37 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 29, 2026.