How common are transmission problems on the 2013 Nissan Altima?

NHTSA lists 505 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Altima, which is 22% of the 2,312 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Nissan Altima transmission?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 Altima.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 69,000 miles.

Have transmission complaints led to crashes?

NHTSA data lists 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 Altima.

How does the 2013 Altima compare to other years for transmission complaints?

The 2013 model's 505 complaints are the highest raw count among listed years, though its 22% share is lower than 2016 at 42% and 2017 at 34%.

2013 Nissan Altima Transmission & Powertrain Problems

The 2013 Nissan Altima has 505 Transmission & Powertrain complaints, 22% of its 2,312 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 69,000 miles. NHTSA lists 8 crashes and no related recalls for this problem area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 505; 22% of 2,312
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 69,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report jerking or lurching after slowing down or stopping, sometimes with a delay before the transmission fully engages.
Some describe the transmission unexpectedly shifting into neutral while driving at moderate speed, accompanied by an unusual noise.
Several complaints mention shuddering felt between 1000 and 2000 rpm and again during hard acceleration at highway speed, worsening as the transmission warms up.
Owners report the vehicle rolling backward while parked, with dealers stating the transmission needed replacement.
Some drivers say the car would not move when shifted into reverse, paired with an illuminated check engine light and vibration from the front of the vehicle.

When 2013 Nissan Altima transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 20, 2012, latest Apr 7, 2026.

505 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2012 Q3 to 2026 Q2; peak 2019 Q1 (25).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2013 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.

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 common are transmission problems on the 2013 Nissan Altima?: NHTSA lists 505 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2013 Altima, which is 22% of the 2,312 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Nissan Altima transmission?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 Altima.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 69,000 miles.
Have transmission complaints led to crashes?: NHTSA data lists 8 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries tied to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2013 Altima.
How does the 2013 Altima compare to other years for transmission complaints?: The 2013 model's 505 complaints are the highest raw count among listed years, though its 22% share is lower than 2016 at 42% and 2017 at 34%.