Nissan Altima owners have reported 196 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (105 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hood latch (67 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Trunk Lid Lock problems | |
| Doors Lock problems | |
| Electronic Lock/latch Actuator problems |
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v315000 (latches/locks/linkages). The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, the hood unexpectedly opened and struck and cracked the windshield. Read details...
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that in September 2025, an unknown hood latch recall repair was performed by the dealer, but six months later, while the vehicle was parked and attempting to open the hood, the hood failed to open. Read details...
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Altima, the contact stated that while attempting to unlock the front driver's side door with the vehicle remote, the door would not unlock. The contact also noticed that both rear doors would not unlock from the remote either. Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2015 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, it was discovered that the rear hood door was unsecured. The contact indicated the failure occurred on multiple occasions. The cause of the failure was not determined. Read details...
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while attempting to open the driver’s door, the door was difficult to open. The contact stated that the door handle was operational however, the door lock failed to release as needed. Read details...