At the shop, Nissan body and structural issues have a recognizable signature. 2,073 documented complaints across 111 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. 2005 Nissan Altima tops the list, but the pattern repeats across years. Multiple generations are affected. 7 fire reports on the federal record — not common in this category but documented and worth weight. Across the 1,174 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 82,186 miles. Repair exposure averages $1,500, which is meaningful money outside warranty. For trucks especially, get under it with a flashlight. Frame rust on rust-belt vehicles tells you everything you need to know about how it was kept.
ProblemsByVin NISSAN / BODY
111 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Nissan body problems
2,073 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Nissan vehicles for body issues. 5 active recall campaigns. See body across all makes →
Complaints
2,073
Recalls
5
Year-models
111
Avg fix
$1,500
45crashes
7fires
49injuries
Worst-affected Nissan model-years for body Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2005 Nissan Altima
338 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2008 Nissan Altima
284 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2006 Nissan Altima
214 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2009 Nissan Altima
72 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 moderate
2013 Nissan Pathfinder
63 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2015 Nissan Altima
45 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2007 Nissan Murano
44 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2014 Nissan Pathfinder
38 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 severe
2014 Nissan Altima
36 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2008 Nissan Armada
33 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2015 Nissan Rogue
32 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2007 Nissan Maxima
29 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2012 Nissan Altima
28 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2010 Nissan Altima
26 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 severe
2021 Nissan Kicks
23 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2009 Nissan Murano
23 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2016 Nissan Altima
21 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2016 Nissan Rogue
21 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 severe
2011 Nissan Altima
21 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2005 Nissan Murano
21 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2014 Nissan Rogue
20 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2017 Nissan Rogue
19 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2006 Nissan Murano
19 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2005 Nissan Maxima
18 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2017 Nissan Altima
17 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 severe
Active recalls — Nissan body 9 on file
Nissan North America, Inc
If the primary hood latch is released and the secondary latch fails during operation of the vehicle, it could cause the hood to open during vehicle operation impairing the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the angle of the hood release mechanism to provide additional length to the release cable, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2014 Versa Note vehicles manufactured April 23, 2013, through July 3, 2013
Missing lower body bolts may affect the vehicle's integrity in the event of a rear impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install and tighten to specification the lower body sill bolts, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 19, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan North America, Inc
If the rear passenger door opens while the vehicle is moving, the rear passengers have an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will secure the latch-lock cables in the correct position using the new remedy procedure, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2019. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7669.
Nissan North America, Inc
Missing welds may effect the vehicle's integrity in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect to see if any of the welds are missing. Any vehicle missing welds will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 2, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan North America, Inc
Corrosion of one or both of the rear lift gate support stays could cause a sudden release of pressure. If this occurs, the support stays may break off, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tailgate stays, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan North America, Inc
Corrosion of the electrical components could result in failure of various electrical systems, such as loss of wiper motor function or exterior lighting, inoperative air bags, or the ability to shift into gear without applying the brake pedal. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reseal the driver's side cowl. If moisture or corrosion is found, the main harness and engine room harness will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Nissan North America, Inc
Separated hinges compromise the protection offered by the liftgate, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right liftgate hinges, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A7.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 altima vehicles manufactured from april 7, 2010 through april 13, 2010
If several structural welds are out of specification on a single vehicle, it may have an effect on the vehicle crash performance.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary repair free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan is recalling 225 my 2009 altima vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
This does not meet the standard requirements.
Fix: All the affected vehicles have been brought back from the dealerships and remedied at the factory. No vehicles had been retailed.
Common questions
How many Nissan body complaints are on file with NHTSA?
2,073 complaints across 111 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 5 active recall campaigns cover body issues across the Nissan lineup.
Which Nissan model has the most body complaints?
The 2005 Nissan Altima leads with 338 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 Altima (284) and 2006 Altima (214).
What does it cost to fix Nissan body problems?
Independent shops average $1,500 for body repairs across the Nissan lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Nissan body recalls?
Yes — 9 active recall campaigns cover body on Nissan vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Nissan.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.