1997 Nissan Altima Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 6%of 108 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 66,122miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the suspension of the 1997 Nissan Altima, 6% of the 108 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 66,122 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact stated while the vehicle had a tire rotation performed, the tire service dealer determined the rubber boots on the axle spindle had deteriorated. The vehicle was seen by an authorized dealer who confirmed the problem. The dealer replaced the rubber boots on the axle spindle and attributed the deterioration to the heat and humidity.”
NHTSA complaint #10155217, filed 2006-04, 47,000 miles“The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the right front coil spring fractured and penetrated the inner sidewall of the right front tire without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined both front coil springs were extremely corroded. The front coil springs were replaced. The vehicle was exposed to excessive road salts and extreme winter weather. The manufacturer was contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #10165241, filed 2006-08, 66,122 miles“When making turns at low speeds vehicle began to skid on wet slick roads, went out of control. Once crashed into curb, causing injury and front end damage. Narrowly avoided collision with other vehicles on two other occasions. Dealer cannot find problem.”
NHTSA complaint #819288, filed 1997-12“Excessive wear of rear tires caused poor vehicle control, and resulted in a near accident. Also, tires have been replaced on a number of occasions. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #859934, filed 2000-04Related service bulletins
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Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 2 | 6% |
| 2021 | 5 | 7% |
| 2020 | 5 | 3% |
| 2019 | 8 | 3% |
| 2018 | 4 | 2% |
| 2017 | 11 | 3% |
| 2016 | 12 | 2% |
| 2015 | 64 | 7% |
| 2014 | 132 | 12% |
| 2013 | 289 | 12% |
| 2012 | 17 | 4% |
| 2011 | 14 | 6% |
| 2010 | 31 | 8% |
| 2009 | 33 | 2% |
| 2008 | 16 | 2% |
| 2007 | 121 | 26% |
| 2006 | 18 | 2% |
| 2005 | 21 | 2% |
| 2004 | 10 | 4% |
| 2003 | 15 | 2% |
| 2002 | 14 | 1% |
| 2001 | 20 | 13% |
| 2000 | 6 | 4% |
| 1999 | 7 | 8% |
| 1998 | 9 | 7% |
| 1997 | 7 | 6% |
| 1996 | 4 | 4% |
| 1995 | 10 | 6% |
| 1994 | 7 | 7% |
| 1993 | 3 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1997 Nissan Altima
35 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsTires
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Nissan Altima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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