2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 27 owner complaints on record; most reports concern air bags; the 2008 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 2008
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Was told car needed new hybrid battery, had replaced, next told inverter needed replacing, car still not working. Nissan engineer has now looked at car twice, last time 10/26 and still waiting to find out what is wrong. Vehicle stopped starting originally and was told hybrid battery pack.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Oct 2016
“Vehicle first would not start, even when key inserted. After several times of pressing brake car starts. Car now show vdc slip, engine warning light, and others coming on. Car will not start after not using for two days. Dealership states hybrid battery needs replacement @ cost of over $6000.00. Car also would loose power on tale off from light. Starting problems erractic. Dealership state brake switch needs replacement.”Owner report · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · Jun 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan altima hybrid. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag indicator illuminated. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2014
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“Had to replace rear stabilizer bar at dealer today. Part looked defective. It was hollow, rusted and corroded. It just snapped on its own. I have seen numerous postings and complaints about this part on this make model and year, where the owner had the same exact issue and was forced to pay for replacement. I believe nissan should recall this part. *tr”Owner report · Suspension · Jun 2014
“Sway bar broke after no particular incident. The mechanic, a friend who I trust greatly and have known for a long time, said it seemed odd that this piece would break for no apparent reason. The piece was not rusted or corroded in any abnormal manner. *tr”Owner report · Suspension · Mar 2014
“I took my vehicle in to have the oil change done and was informed by the technician that the rear stabilizer bar on the passenger side was broken and a section of it was hanging down. I immediately took my vehicle to the dealership, where they placed it on the rack and confirmed this information. The broken stabilizer bar was removed and an order placed for the new part. The service manager at the dealership confirmed that "there were no signs of abuse" and that they just don't know what caused this! *tr”Owner report · Structure · Oct 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan altima hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, she applied the brakes and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The vehicle drove over a curb, through a fence, and crashed into a wall. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed to an insurance approved body shop. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 88,109 updated 07/19/12*lj updated 07/23/12”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Jun 2012
“Heard unusual noises under the car and stopped by for mechanic to take a look. He reported that the rear sway bar has snapped at the connection point with no sign of damage otherwise to the bar. I am basically the only driver of this car and there is no reason whatsoever why this should have happened. I see from researching online that this is a common problem with the 2007 altima - the bar is obviously defective and the problem should be addressed by nissan. And I am not happy about the estimated cost of $500 to have it fixed. *tr”Owner report · Suspension · Mar 2012
“The brake light switch system is failing on the nissan altima. Hybrids and 2.5s the result is that you drive the car without knowing that the brake lights are not working. This is a common problem because issued ntb10-139 requiring replacment of swtich and harness sub assembly. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Apr 2011
“2007 nissan altima rear sway bar broker for no apparent reason. I will have to call dealer for resolution. The internet notes this as a common problem on this car. *tr”Owner report · Suspension · Feb 2011
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).
Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
How other years compare
Counts are not adjusted for time on the road here - see all Altima Hybrid years ranked fairly for the age-adjusted comparison.
Check your exact Altima Hybrid by VIN
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Is the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid reliable?
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid. The most complained-about area is air bags.
Does the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning air bags. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.