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2017 Nissan Altima Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2017 Nissan Altima, 5% of its 391 total complaints that year, with 3 crashes and 2 injuries reported. No brake-related recall is tied to this model year. Median mileage at failure was 33,500 miles.

Brakes complaints
21
5% of 391
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
33,500 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the brake pedal failing to slow or stop the vehicle, in some cases leading to collisions.
  • Front and rear brake pads and rotors wear out or need replacement at unusually low mileage, sometimes followed by repeat squeaking after new pads are installed.
  • Persistent squeaking or squealing occurs when the brakes are cold, often noticed when backing out of a garage or on first use of the day.
  • The automatic emergency braking system triggers false 'front radar unavailable due to obstruction' warnings and unexpected short stops, especially while turning or going over bumps.
  • The ABS warning light cycles on and off intermittently without a clear cause.
  • A few owners describe brake failure occurring alongside other electrical or acceleration problems, such as unintended acceleration or the car turning off and restarting on its own.

When 2017 Nissan Altima brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 10, 2017, latest Jul 18, 2026.

2017 Nissan Altima brakes complaints: complaints filed per month2Jul 2017Feb 2019Jul 2019Jan 2020Jun 2020Jun 2022Jul 2026
21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2017 to Jul 2026; peak Jun 2019 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2017 Nissan Altima

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Altima model year

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

  1. 201036 (9%)
  2. 201119 (8%)
  3. 201227 (6%)
  4. 201387 (4%)
  5. 201439 (4%)
  6. 201533 (3%)
  7. 201615 (3%)
  8. 201721 (5%)
  9. 201854 (24%)
  10. 201932 (14%)
  11. 202018 (11%)
  12. 202121 (30%)
  13. 20225 (17%)
  14. 20234 (14%)
  15. 20245 (12%)
  16. 20251 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Nissan Altima?
NHTSA lists 21 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Altima, making up 5% of the 391 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Nissan Altima?
No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brakes on the 2017 Altima.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2017 Altima?
The median mileage at failure among reported brake complaints is 33,500 miles.
Have brake problems on the 2017 Altima caused crashes or injuries?
Yes. NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to the 21 brake complaints filed for this model year.
Is the brake complaint rate on the 2017 Altima worse than other years?
The 5% share for 2017 is lower than the 24% seen in 2018 and the 30% seen in 2021, but higher than the 3% rates seen in 2015 and 2016.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.