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2024 Nissan Altima

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Altima.

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2024 Nissan Altima represents a matured entry in Nissan's midsize lineup, pairing its variable-ratio automatic transmission with EPA fuel economy ratings of 27 city, 38 highway, and 31 combined mpg. Owner feedback remains comparatively quiet at 40 total complaints and a single recall on record, with the top complaint category listed broadly as "Unknown Or Other." In the context of the Altima's full complaint history spanning 1993–2025 — which peaked at 2,304 complaints for the 2013 model year before declining to just 6 in 2025 — the 2024 sits comfortably in the lower end of that arc, suggesting the model has moved well beyond its most troubled generation and into a phase where reliability concerns are comparatively minimal for a researcher evaluating current options.

Model year20252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy27/38/31 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 1520865F1E. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1520865F1E
Engine air filter165466CA0A alt 165466CB0A
Spark plug224016LD1C alt 224015NA1C
Front wiper blades288906CA1A alt 288906CA2A
Serpentine belt117209HF0A alt 117205NA0B
Thermostat21200ED00A alt 21049ED00B
Cabin air filterH72776CA1J

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.9 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase111.4 in
Curb weight3435 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined27 / 38 / 31 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume101 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Altima of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.60 sec — 2024 SL AWD
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2024SL AWD 2.5L I-47.60 sec15.90 sec182 hpAWD
2023SR 2.0L Turbo I-46.40 sec14.80 sec248 hpFWD
2023SL AWD 2.5L I-48.00 sec16.20 sec182 hpAWD
2025SR AWD 2.5L I-47.60 sec15.90 sec182 hpAWD
2021SR VC-Turbo 2.0L Turbo I-45.80 sec14.30 sec248 hpFWD
2020SR 2.5L I-47.40 sec15.80 sec182 hpAWD
2019Platinum VC-Turbo Edition One 2.0L Turbo I-45.90 sec14.50 sec248 hpFWD
2019Platinum VC-Turbo Edition One 2.0L Turbo I-46.10 sec14.60 sec248 hpFWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Every 3,750 miDrive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 5,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
At 7,500 miDrive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 7,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect)
Every 10,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 11,250 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 22,500 miKeyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2024 Nissan Altima sits at the very bottom of a dramatic downward trend in federal complaints for its generation, which peaked at 2,304 complaints in 2013 before steadily declining to just 20 by 2022. With only 40 complaints and one recall in 2024, it closely aligns with the low figures of the preceding 2023 model year (29 complaints, zero recalls) and the following 2025 model year (6 complaints, one recall). For the 2024 model specifically, the most frequent complaint areas are "Unknown or Other" (6 complaints) and "Back Over Prevention" (3 complaints), though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. Its position at the mature, stabilized end of the generation's lifecycle implies that the major engineering faults that plagued earlier models have largely been resolved. Given the historically low complaint volume and minimal recall activity, the 2024 Altima represents a strong, low-risk year to buy in the used market.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
17
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
40
Owner complaints
7 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’93’94’95’96’97’98’99’00’01’02’03’04’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 40 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other6
Back Over Prevention3
Seats2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Tires2
Steering2
Structure2
Air Bags2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V882000Steering:Rack And PinionReported 21/12/2023

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Altima vehicles. The bolts connecting the electronic power steering unit to the steering rack may loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control or steering… Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 17 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB19-042F2025-02-20Electrical SystemAUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING APPLIED SYSTEMS: Vehicles equipped…
NTB19-071D2024-09-19Air BagsDTC B00A0-00 STORED This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last…
NTB13-107G2024-05-20Electrical SystemVEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Engine oil filter 1520865F1EEngine air filter 165466CA0ASpark plug 224016LD1CFront wiper blades 288906CA1A

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

Does the 2024 Altima have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Altima get?

EPA figures are 27 city / 38 highway / 31 combined mpg.