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SuspensionPart report

2021 Nissan Altima Suspension Problems

Complaints
5about this part
Share
7%of 70 total for the year
Median mileage
34,500miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 2021 Nissan Altima, 7% of the 70 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 34,500 miles.

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.

“Unknown. But upon googling I’ve discovered a recall for ball joint separating from steering column due to bolt not tightened properly which explains the noise I’ve heard since I got It which has now progressed to popping even up exiting the vehicle and shutting the door. Yet, “0 unrepaired recalls” according to you.”

NHTSA complaint #11524722, filed 2023-05

“My car has a detached tie rod ball joint and is causing a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash. My children are in danger yet your site says my vin has no safety recall after I reviewed the safety recall for my vehicle and noticed a connection. I can’t afford any repairs and I shouldn’t have to risk my life over a recalled problem with my make model and year vehicle.”

NHTSA complaint #11547535, filed 2023-09

“First of all I know there is a break in period. The stering seems to be loose at times almost to loose when I’m turning , especially a more sharper turn. The brakes are loud at a stop almost like they are warped but it only has 300 miles.the suspension, brakes,,underneath the front end, and the steering do not feel like they are one unit.”

NHTSA complaint #11439954, filed 2021-11

“The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud clicking sound coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with fractured front driver's and passenger's side axles. The contact was informed that the driver's and passenger's side axles needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34,500.”

NHTSA complaint #11666708, filed 2025-06, 34,500 miles

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Suspension: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202412%
202226%
202157%
202053%
201983%
201842%
2017113%
2016122%
2015647%
201413212%
201328912%
2012174%
2011146%
2010318%
2009332%
2008162%
200712126%
2006182%
2005212%
2004104%
2003152%
2002141%
20012013%
200064%
199978%
199897%
199776%
199644%
1995106%
199477%
199332%

Other parts of the 2021 Nissan Altima

Forward collision avoidance
22 complaints
Brakes
21 complaints
Electrical system
21 complaints
Other or unknown
12 complaints
Steering
7 complaints
Engine
6 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
3 complaints
Seat belts
3 complaints
Seats
3 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2021 Nissan Altima

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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