How many 2014 Nissan Altima owners complained about visibility and wipers issues?

NHTSA has logged 25 complaints in this area for the 2014 Altima, which is 2% of the 1,114 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2014 Nissan Altima headlights or windshield problems?

No. NHTSA lists no related recall tied to the Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2014 Altima.

At what mileage do these visibility problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2014 Altima is 21,000 miles.

Did any of these visibility issues cause crashes?

NHTSA data shows one crash linked to Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2014 Altima, with no fires or injuries reported.

How does the 2014 Altima compare to other years for this issue?

The 2014 Altima's 25 complaints and 2% share are lower than the 2013 model's 60 complaints and 3% share, and similar to the 2016 model's 12 complaints and 2% share.

2014 Nissan Altima Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA lists 25 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2014 Nissan Altima, 2% of its 1,114 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 21,000 miles. No related recall exists for this area, and the complaints involve one crash and no fires or injuries.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 25; 2% of 1,114
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 21,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Owners report low-beam headlights that turn very dim over time, so dim that led or new bulbs do not fix the problem and high beams still work fine.
Owners describe windshields spontaneously cracking with a loud pop while parked or driving, with no rock impact or visible chip.
Some owners report the sunroof glass shattering on its own while driving at highway speed, with no impact and the roof closed.
Windshield surfaces reportedly develop scratching or glare that worsens visibility at night and in sun or rain, even with wipers and defogger on.
One owner reported that low washer fluid disabled lane detection and blind spot warning systems until fluid was refilled.

When 2014 Nissan Altima visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 14, 2014, latest May 22, 2024.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2014 to May 2024; peak Nov 2018 (2).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2014 Nissan Altima

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by Altima model year

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

201028 (7%)
20116 (2%)
201217 (4%)
201360 (3%)
201425 (2%)
201531 (3%)
201612 (2%)
20173 (1%)
20183 (1%)
201915 (6%)
202010 (6%)
20212 (3%)
20221 (3%)
20232 (7%)
20242 (5%)
20251 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2014 Nissan Altima owners complained about visibility and wipers issues?: NHTSA has logged 25 complaints in this area for the 2014 Altima, which is 2% of the 1,114 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2014 Nissan Altima headlights or windshield problems?: No. NHTSA lists no related recall tied to the Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2014 Altima.
At what mileage do these visibility problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2014 Altima is 21,000 miles.
Did any of these visibility issues cause crashes?: NHTSA data shows one crash linked to Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2014 Altima, with no fires or injuries reported.
How does the 2014 Altima compare to other years for this issue?: The 2014 Altima's 25 complaints and 2% share are lower than the 2013 model's 60 complaints and 3% share, and similar to the 2016 model's 12 complaints and 2% share.