2011 NISSAN ALTIMA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Nissan Altima. This model year has 240 NHTSA complaints β top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2011 Nissan Altima Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Nissan Altima. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 68 | 1 | β | β | |
| Engine Problems | 41 | 1 | 1 | β | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 40 | β | 2 | β | |
| Electrical Faults | 30 | 2 | β | β | |
| Structural Problems | 27 | 2 | 1 | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 21 | 5 | β | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 14 | 1 | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 12 | 1 | β | β | |
| Brake System | 12 | 3 | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 | β | 1 | β | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | β | β | β | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 6 | β | β | β | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | β | β | β | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | β | 1 | β | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | 1 | β | β | |
| Hydraulic | 4 | 2 | β | β | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | β | 1 | β | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | 1 | β | β | |
| Visibility | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Firerelated | 1 | β | 1 | β | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel System | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Gasoline | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Equipment | 1 | β | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan Altima. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
Showing 240 most recent complaints
Drive axle suddenly not functioning properly, caused dangerous conditions to stop the car while driving on highway.
This is the second nissan altima iv owed an the problem eatch one iv had is that were the idler tensioner pully gose and bolts to brakes so there for you cant put the idler tensioner pully back on
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The Engine Control Module (ECM) is malfunctioning, triggering persistent P0101 codes related to the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor. This specific issue is addressed in Nissan Technical β¦
There is issue with sunroof drainage tubs causing rain to soak the floor of car. This definitely malfunction or inadequate problem with drainage tubs and sunroof parts with Nissans. I took it to the dealership and car collision repair shop and was told this is higβ¦
I have complained to Nissan that the dash in the car is literally melting. It started around 2014 when I noticed it was having a sticky texture and because of this it creates a glare in the windshield that makes it hard to see. Over the years it has only gotten worse and the dashβ¦
I brought my car to Florida 2 years ago and notices my dashboard getting very shiny and sticky. Now the dash is cracking in many areas. The glare off the dash board shining on the windshield makes it a dangerous situation. I called Nissan and they said it is a common problem in yβ¦
While driving it's difficult for the car to shift gears, also a burning smell comes from the engine after driving long distance.
Unknown. My car is making a whining noise & no matter how much i push the gas pedal it wonβt accelerate. Sometimes it works but mostly it wonβt.
Airbag sensor flashing. Seems to be a very common issue and no recall. Found tons of articles and YouTube videos.
It started about 2 months ago that the RPM was revving when it came to the gears shifting. I would accelerate and the car would barely move and the transmission was making a whirring sound. The Service Engine Soon light came on so I took my car to O Reilys and the code for the stβ¦
REAR SUB FRAME IS RUSTED OUT AND WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION. YES IT IS AVAILABE FOR INSPECTION. FRAME COULD BREAK AT ANY TIME AND CAUSE A ACCIDENT .
I was on my way to work driving on the freeway and suddenly I felt a sort of shaking from the car. I then exited the freeway and approached a red light. When the light turned green, my car moved some but then was stalled so I was stuck in the middle of an intersection. Luckily, Iβ¦
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that water was leaking from the bottom of the front driverβs and passenger side doors. Additionally, the seat belt warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not notified β¦
Dash is melting- it is causes an extreme shine reflecting on the windshield and extremely sticky. In the sun, full sun or a cloudy day, it causes a large glare in the direct line of sight. It is very unsafe to drive. It spans the entire dash. There is no escaping the glare duringβ¦
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was jerking with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact disconnected and reconnected the battery and the mass air flow sensor to correct the failure.β¦
Loud noise from driver-side rear while driving. I discovered the rear crossmember (aka subframe) is badly corroded and there is a complete break/failure of the unit. This is unsafe. I have worked on cars for over 40 years and I have never seen such an inexcusable failure.
Hi my Nissan has 120k miles son it and the transmission is completely wrong donβt go more than 30 mph I take it to the shop to inspect and they told me that it need to be replace. It has code p1778 and code p0868 they told me that the transmission has no oil presure that it was aβ¦
While driving on the highway the steering wheel locked keeping me from maneuvering the steering wheel. Independent service center diagnostics confirmed it was the power steering pump and sensor. Let the vehicle run into the curb. Then power steering fluid is still leaking out. β¦
I am sending this email concerning a recall that is affecting my vehicle. I dropped the car off as scheduled on 10-10-22. The initial adviser I spoke with in scheduling the appointment at the Darcars Nissan dealership on Indianola drive in Rockville confirmed the recall repair woβ¦
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at normal speed, he noticed that smoke started to spread throughout the vehicle when the vehicle inadvertently caught fire. The check engine warning light illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy. No iβ¦
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Nissan Altima.
Recalls for 2011 Nissan Altima
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 Nissan Altima. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2011 Nissan Altima β FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2011 Nissan Altima reliable?βΎ
Severe Issues. The 2011 Nissan Altima has 240 NHTSA owner complaints, 11 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (68 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Nissan Altima?βΎ
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (68 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (41 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (40 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Nissan Altima?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2011 Nissan Altima?βΎ
The 2011 Nissan Altima has 11 crash-related complaints and 5 fire reports out of 240 total NHTSA complaints. 9 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2011 Nissan Altima have any recalls?βΎ
Yes β 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2011 Nissan Altima. The largest issue: SUSPENSION. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2011 Nissan Altima?βΎ
The 2011 Nissan Altima has severe issues β review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Altima reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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