2014 Nissan Altima Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 31about this part
- Share
- 3%of 1,114 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 31 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2014 Nissan Altima, 3% of the 1,114 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 miles. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the hood unlatched, rose, and cracked the windshield. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11590183, filed 2024-05, 139,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the hood of the vehicle suddenly unlatched, causing significant damages to the hood and roof of the vehicle and shattering the front windshield. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11460494, filed 2022-04, 150,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the front driver's and passenger's side doors intermittently failed to open as needed. Additionally, the front driver's and passenger's side seat belt sensors failed to chime when the seat belts were not securely fastened. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11516927, filed 2023-04, 70,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the hood inadvertently flew open while driving. The inadvertent opening caused damage to the hood. The contact pulled off the highway and securely latched the hood. The contact then drove the vehicle safely to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11455043, filed 2022-03, 48,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. While driving 20 MPH, the hood flew open without warning. In addition, the hood panel was damaged. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v565000 (hood/latch). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 39,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10938446, filed 2016-12, 39,000 milesRelated recalls
- 20V315000May 28, 2020Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 Nissan Altima vehicles. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released…Covers: Nissan Altima 2013–2018
- 16V029000Jan 22, 2016Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured March 6, 2012, to December 31, 2014. In the…Covers: Nissan Altima 2013–2015
- 15V116000Feb 27, 2015Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Nissan Altima vehicles manufactured March 1, 2013, to December 31, 2014. In the…Covers: Nissan Altima 2013–2015
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 | 5 | 3% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 12 | 5% |
| 2017 | 14 | 4% |
| 2016 | 22 | 4% |
| 2015 | 44 | 5% |
| 2014 | 31 | 3% |
| 2013 | 60 | 3% |
| 2012 | 2 | 0% |
| 2010 | 4 | 1% |
| 2009 | 3 | 0% |
| 2008 | 7 | 1% |
| 2007 | 1 | 0% |
| 2006 | 3 | 0% |
| 2005 | 7 | 1% |
| 2004 | 1 | 0% |
| 2003 | 4 | 0% |
| 2002 | 5 | 0% |
| 1998 | 3 | 2% |
| 1997 | 1 | 1% |
| 1996 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 4 | 2% |
| 1993 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2014 Nissan Altima
299 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
209 complaintsAir bags
208 complaintsSuspension
132 complaintsOther or unknown
84 complaintsEngine
77 complaintsElectrical system
71 complaintsSteering
58 complaintsBody and structure
52 complaintsBrakes
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
27 complaintsFuel system
25 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology