How many transmission complaints does the 2010 Nissan Altima have?

NHTSA lists 73 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Altima, making up 19% of all 380 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Nissan Altima?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2010 Altima.

At what mileage do 2010 Altima transmission problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 54,964 miles.

Did the 2010 Altima transmission issues cause any crashes?

NHTSA data links 4 crashes to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2010 Altima, with no reported fires or injuries.

How does the 2010 Altima compare to other Altima years for transmission complaints?

The 2010 Altima's share of transmission complaints is 19%, lower than years like 2016 at 42% and 2012 at 35%, but higher than 2019's 4%.

2010 Nissan Altima Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 73 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Nissan Altima, 19% of all complaints for the year, tied to 4 crashes and no fires. Median mileage at failure was 54,964 miles. No related recalls are listed for this area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 73; 19% of 380
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 54,964 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of acceleration or deceleration on the highway even with the accelerator pedal depressed.
Several describe the CVT hesitating or refusing to respond after extended highway driving, especially after stopping and trying to move again.
Some report the transmission locking in a higher gear or disengaging entirely, making it hard or impossible to accelerate from a stop.
Owners describe complete loss of power at highway speeds, with the vehicle decelerating without warning lights.
A few note whining noises from the transmission along with delayed or hesitant engagement when shifting from park to drive or reverse.
Overheating-type symptoms appear too, where the car slows and will not exceed a limited speed until it is allowed to cool.

When 2010 Nissan Altima transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 9, 2010, latest Jun 21, 2025.

73 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2010 Q2 to 2025 Q2; peak 2011 Q2 (5).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2010 Nissan Altima

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Altima model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2005115 (11%)
200679 (10%)
200762 (13%)
200880 (8%)
200995 (6%)
201073 (19%)
201168 (28%)
2012149 (35%)
2013505 (22%)
2014209 (19%)
2015161 (17%)
2016235 (42%)
2017133 (34%)
201823 (10%)
20199 (4%)
202017 (11%)
20213 (4%)
20224 (13%)
20231 (3%)
20244 (10%)
20251 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2010 Nissan Altima have?: NHTSA lists 73 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2010 Altima, making up 19% of all 380 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Nissan Altima?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area on the 2010 Altima.
At what mileage do 2010 Altima transmission problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 54,964 miles.
Did the 2010 Altima transmission issues cause any crashes?: NHTSA data links 4 crashes to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2010 Altima, with no reported fires or injuries.
How does the 2010 Altima compare to other Altima years for transmission complaints?: The 2010 Altima's share of transmission complaints is 19%, lower than years like 2016 at 42% and 2012 at 35%, but higher than 2019's 4%.