There are no safety recalls for the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 45,735 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · reported Oct 17, 2016
"takata recall" I was driving the car when the engine suddenly loses strength and begins to drive slow, I ran one block until it went out completely and not turn on again.
Engine · at 45,735 miles · reported Jul 16, 2014
While driving on the highway, the car lost power suddenly. There were no warning signs prior to this happening. I was able to make it to the breakdown lane without causing an accident. The car would not start back up. Nissan ended up replacing the transmission and the inverter on the car.
Steering · at 62,000 miles · reported Oct 11, 2013
The contact owns a 2011 nissan altima hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH and attempting a turn, the steering wheel failed to respond without warning. The contact crashed into a curb and the vehicle rolled backward. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the mechanic stated that the failure was unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure and current mileage was 62,000.
Suspension · at 8,000 miles · reported Apr 4, 2013
New 2011 nissan altima hybrid, delivered, noticed right away seemed to be wandering all over road. Hard to steer a straight line. Took back to dealer with complaint, they took it and drove around parking lot, brought it back 2 minutes later said it was fine. It made for miserable driving, almost wrecked a few times due to inadvertent lane wandering. Noticeable tire wear at 4000 miles, had tires rotated. Traveling cross country, 10,000 mile trip. Rear tires wore down to steel belts and beyond, one blew out at 65 MPH. Rear wheels leaning outward at the bottom, tires wore out on inside edges of…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid?
Owners report steering problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 45,735 miles.
Are Nissan recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.