How common are suspension problems on the 2013 Nissan Altima?

NHTSA lists 305 complaints in the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area for the 2013 Altima, which is 13% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Nissan Altima suspension?

There is one related recall, campaign 13V158000, but it covers spare tire inflation, not the control arm or strut issues described in owner complaints.

At what mileage do these suspension failures happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 100,000 miles, though some sample complaints describe failures well below and above that figure.

Have these suspension issues caused crashes?

NHTSA data links 3 crashes and 2 injuries to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2013 Altima.

2013 Nissan Altima Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 305 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2013 Nissan Altima, 13% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 100,000. Three crashes and two injuries are linked to this area, and one related recall covers spare tire inflation.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 305; 13% of 2,312
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 100,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Rear lower control arms fracture or separate without warning, often at low speed in parking lots or driveways.
Owners describe corrosion at control arm welds and bushing points that eventually causes the arm to break loose.
A loud bang or snapping noise precedes the suspension failure, sometimes followed by the car fishtailing or swerving.
Rear wheel position shifts or droops after a control arm or strut mount fails, in some cases bending the tire.
Some drivers report the vehicle becomes undrivable or must be towed after the suspension component detaches from the frame.
One report describes a strut mount replaced under warranty failing again within weeks.

When 2013 Nissan Altima suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 23, 2012, latest Aug 24, 2026.

305 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2012 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q3 (45).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2013 Nissan Altima

NHTSA 13V158000Apr 24, 2013Suspension, Wheels & Tires123,308 vehicles
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
Nissan North America is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima vehicles manufactured March 21, 2012, through March 26, 2013. The spare tires may have been significantly over- or under-inflated.
Risk: Tires that are significantly over- or under-inflated may fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and adjust the spare tire pressure, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Altima model year

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

200546 (4%)
200632 (4%)
2007128 (27%)
200833 (3%)
200954 (3%)
201038 (10%)
201119 (8%)
201223 (5%)
2013305 (13%)
2014141 (13%)
201577 (8%)
201619 (3%)
201715 (4%)
20186 (3%)
201915 (6%)
202012 (8%)
20216 (9%)
20223 (10%)
20231 (3%)
20245 (12%)
20251 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension problems on the 2013 Nissan Altima?: NHTSA lists 305 complaints in the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area for the 2013 Altima, which is 13% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Nissan Altima suspension?: There is one related recall, campaign 13V158000, but it covers spare tire inflation, not the control arm or strut issues described in owner complaints.
At what mileage do these suspension failures happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 100,000 miles, though some sample complaints describe failures well below and above that figure.
Have these suspension issues caused crashes?: NHTSA data links 3 crashes and 2 injuries to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2013 Altima.