Is the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid ranks #5 of 5 among Altima Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 0/100). It has 4 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid?

The most reported problem areas are electrical system (2 complaints), engine (2 complaints), and steering (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 45,735 miles.

Does the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid?

EPA rates the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid at 33 MPG combined (33 city / 33 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,950. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 0 out of 100 — #5 highest of 5 Altima Hybrid model years. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #5 of 5 Altima Hybrid years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 4; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Electrical System
Best nearby year: 2010; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 33; 33 city / 33 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 33 MPG
Highway: 33 MPG
Combined: 33 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $1,950; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2011 compared with other Altima Hybrid years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	MPG
2009	Avoid	100	54	34
2010	Good	25	12	34
2011	No verdict	0	4	33

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid ranks #5 of 5 among Altima Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 0/100). It has 4 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid?: The most reported problem areas are electrical system (2 complaints), engine (2 complaints), and steering (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 45,735 miles.
Does the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid?: EPA rates the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid at 33 MPG combined (33 city / 33 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,950. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.