2022 Nissan Altima: common problems and reliability

Is 2022 a good year for the Altima?

Across the 6 Altima model years we track, complaint volume runs from 20 (2022) to 1,063 (2002). With 20 complaints, the 2022 Altima sits belowthe model's median of 498.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Where owners report problems

What owners say across generations

Extremely negative sentiment regarding long-term reliability, dominated by widespread and severe criticism of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).

• 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.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Altima. See the full Altima owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used Altima listings typically run $16,897–$25,989 across 2010 to 2025 model years.

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