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2025 Nissan Altima

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2025 Altima.

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2025 Nissan Altima pairs an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios to deliver EPA-estimated fuel economy of 27 mpg city, 38 highway, and 31 combined. This model year records the lowest number of owner complaints in the nameplate’s history, with just six reported issues—predominantly in the powertrain—and a single recall. That stands in sharp contrast to the 2013 model year’s peak of 2,304 complaints, positioning the 2025 Altima as a notably reliable entry in the lineup.

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
Spark plug224016LD1C
Front wiper blades288906CA1A alt 288906CA2A
Serpentine belt117209HF0A
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 — 2025 SR AWD
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2025SR AWD 2.5L I-47.60 sec15.90 sec182 hpAWD
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
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.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBattery (inspect) · Exterior Lighting (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels)
Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

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 2025 Nissan Altima presents the lowest complaint count in the entire federal record at just 6 complaints, representing a sharp decline from 40 in 2024 and continuing a downward trend that began after the generation's peak issues in 2013 (2,304 complaints, 12 recalls). The year carries only 1 recall and 4 TSBs, numbers consistent with recent model years and far below the elevated recall and complaint activity seen in the mid-2010s. The single crash complaint and zero fire complaints are encouraging signals. While the data doesn't provide a root cause for earlier generation problems, the trajectory clearly shows continuous improvement in reliability metrics. The 2025 model sits at the tail end of a generation that worked through significant earlier issues, and its current federal record reflects that maturation. This appears to be a favorable year to purchase, as the data suggests the vehicle has reached a mature and refined state with minimal documented complaints.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
4
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Power Train1
Electrical System,Wheels,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Visibility/Wiper1
Unknown Or Other1
Back Over Prevention1
Air Bags,Structure,Seats1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

26V023000Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:LatchReported 21/01/2026

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while… Remedy: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 4 of 4 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…
PD1242024-08-30Electrical System*****Dealer Announcement***** To ensure continued customer satisfaction and confidence…
PD1242024-08-22Electrical System*****Dealer Announcement***** Nissan is committed to a high level of customer service and…

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

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2025 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.