Nissan Altima SR

20162024 · 8 configurations

Lowest
29
Average
30
Best
31

The Nissan Altima SR has been tested by the EPA across 8 different configurations spanning model years 2016 through 2024. Over this period, the Altima SR has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 29 MPG to 31 MPG, with an overall average of 30 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2024
29
2023
29
2022
31
2021
31
2018
30
2017
30
2016
30

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Altima SR) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Nissan Altima SR. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Nissan Nissan/Datsun Altima grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,119
Total Deaths
620

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
7.3%
Fire Occurrence
6.3%
Speeding Involved
17.0%
DUI Involved
16.8%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
13%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes210
Fatalities
127
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2022
Fatal Crashes202
Fatalities
110
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2021
Fatal Crashes182
Fatalities
98
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2020
Fatal Crashes143
Fatalities
81
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2019
Fatal Crashes148
Fatalities
81
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2018
Fatal Crashes138
Fatalities
76
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2017
Fatal Crashes71
Fatalities
30
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2016
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.68

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2024
1
2021
2
2018
1
2016
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory