2022 Nissan Altima: common problems and reliability
The 2022 Nissan Altima has 20 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance and electrical system. Owners most often flag cvt transmission failure — catastrophic failure requiring full replacement, often between 80,000-150,000 miles; symptoms include jerking, shuddering, loss of acceleration, lurching at low speeds, and inability to rev beyond a certain rpm. associated with multiple class-action lawsuits, especially for 2010-2020 models. frequency: very frequent.
Safety record for the 2022 model year
20
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
4
Crash reports
1
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2022 Nissan Altima vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
forward collision avoidance
7
electrical system
5
engine
5
service brakes
4
air bags
3
What owners say across generations
Extremely negative sentiment regarding long-term reliability, dominated by widespread and severe criticism of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The CVT is described as a fundamental design flaw leading to premature failure, often between 80,000 and
CVT transmission failure — Catastrophic failure requiring full replacement, often between 80,000-150,000 miles; symptoms include jerking, shuddering, loss of acceleration, lurching at low speeds, and inability to rev beyond a certain RPM. Associated with multiple class-action lawsuits, especially for 2010-2020 models. Frequency: very frequent.
CVT-related problems (general) — Whining noise, rubber band effect, laggy throttle response, and general concerns about long-term durability. Frequency: very frequent.
Engine issues (various) — For 2019-2021 models with the 2.0L VC-Turbo engine, a manufacturing defect in engine bearings can lead to catastrophic engine failure, knocking noises, loss of power, and potential fire, as detailed in a NHTSA recall (25V437). For older 2.5L engines, reports of oil consumption, misfires, and sensor problems. Frequency: recurrent.
Electrical and sensor problems — Faulty camshaft/crankshaft position sensors causing stalling and erratic idle; alternator failures; flickering dashboard lights; stereo/infotainment malfunctions (volume changing randomly, resets). Frequency: recurrent.
Build quality and interior issues — Noted decline in interior material quality over successive generations; components becoming loose or rattling; general perception of cheapening. Frequency: isolated.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Altima.
Typical used price
Used Altima listings typically run $16,897–$25,989 across 2010 to 2025 model years.