NissanReliability & Safety Statistics
NHTSA complaint data, recall history, and AI-powered analysis for all Nissan models. Data sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
These model years had the most NHTSA complaints across all Nissan models.
Fewest recorded complaints — generally the safest years to buy used.
Complaint Trend (2015–2026)
Top Complaint Components
AI Reliability Analysis
EditorialNissan's CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) has been the brand's biggest reliability issue, generating thousands of complaints across multiple models and years. The Sentra, Altima, and Versa are particularly affected.
The CVT transmission warranty was extended to 10 years/120,000 miles on many models — verify this applies. Consider Nissan models with traditional automatic transmissions for better long-term reliability.
⚠️ Top Reported Issues
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