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Reliability Database
Nissan

Altima

Midsize Sedan
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.8)
4 Generations
11 Engines Rated
14,258 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
1 recommended 4 caution 6 avoid

Generation Timeline

2002-2006 L31
4 engines
4,111 complaints 🔥 74 ☠ 2
3.5L 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.5)
→
2007-2012 L32
3 engines
4,181 complaints 🔥 61 ☠ 6
3.5L 6-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.0)
→
2013-2018 L33
3 engines
5,456 complaints 🔥 32 ☠ 3
Unknown ⚠️ Caution (2.8)
→
2019-2024 L34
1 engine
510 complaints 🔥 15 ☠ 1
Unknown ❌ Avoid (1.3)
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