2010 Nissan Altima Air Bags Problems
- 46
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 46 stored complaint records:
- 13 indicate a crash
- 11 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- passenger seat · 14 records
- passenger side · 7 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- front passenger · 6 records
- airbag sensor · 6 records
- sensor malfunction · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags
My airbag light keeps flashing intermittently when car is on.
ODI 11155243
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. An independent mechanic and the dealer (coral springs nissan, 9350 w atlantic blvd, coral springs, fl 33071, [redacted] ext 3101) were notified and diagnosed that the air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 08v521000 (air bags and electrical system), although…
ODI 11140820
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. While driving approximately 65 mph, the contact struck a pothole and the air bag indicator illuminated immediately. The contact stated that "air bag off" was displayed on the instrument panel. Priority nissan richmond ([redacted], colonial heights, virginia 23834, [redacted]) was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware…
ODI 11130936
Air Bags
The driver side airbag deployed without any impact upon making a right turn, subsequently, the driver lost control of the vehicle with airbag deployment making it impossible to and ran over a curb causing extensive damage to the vehicle.
Crash reported
ODI 11104527
Air Bags
On my way to work on a rainy day, i was making a turn at a intersection. I loss control of my car & hit a tree. The driver side airbag didn't deployed when my car hit a tree. I was transported to the westchester medical center trauma er. I sustained a fractured sternum & bruised ribs. *tt *js
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11079980
Air Bags · Service Brakes
The incident happened the week of 02/08/18 my wife noticed some light vdc slip abs lights all came on them while on highway all of the brakes locked and she could not accelerate car.
ODI 11072006
Air Bags
The airbag dash lite keeps on blinking after starting vehicle. Continues blinking while driving. Vehicle has 59,100 miles on it.
ODI 11067116
Air Bags
My car airbag light on my dash board is flashing. I have contacted the dealer see if there has been a recall and they have said no. They told me to bring the car in to be evaluated. However, i was told that the air bag will not deploy if there is an accident.
ODI 11045391
Air Bags · Seats
Passenger airbag is off when passenger is clearing sitting on the seat.
ODI 10946783
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. Upon starting the vehicle, the "passenger air bag off" indicator illuminated and remained lit even when the passenger seat was occupied. The vehicle was taken to kamaaina nissan ([redacted], hilo, hi 96720) where it was diagnosed that the air bag sensor underneath the passenger seat failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made…
ODI 11031591
Air Bags
Takata recall. On november , 12 2016, i took my 2010 nissian altima into griffin nissian's dealership to have my vehicle looked at due to an airbag light coming on the day prior, while in motion. It's still on parked also. It never goes off. After taking my vehicle in a service advisor called me and stated that the problem is a sensor inside the passenger seat has gone bad and would need to be replaced. I asked was…
ODI 10929828
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. While operating the vehicle, the air bag sensor indicator remained illuminated and would flash off and on. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the front passenger side air bag sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000.
ODI 10958930
Air Bags · Seat Belts
Head on collision at approximately 45 mph, braked, direct impact about 25 mph, airbags did not engage. Driver seat belt did not lock on brake or impact. *js *dt consumer stated trucking company has taken steps for repairs but dealership missed some repairs and trucking company refusing to pay outstanding repairs.*jb
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11102959
Air Bags
The passanger air bag light is staying on showing the passenger air bag is off. Took to nissian and they are telling me its the sensor and that the whole seat has to be replaced. Im not sure what is causing this but nissian should be responsible for this. I see they recalled 2013-2016, but i think they need to look into this year models too. Its the same issue the other people are having with the ones that are…
ODI 10870834
Air Bags
Takata inflators i was driving down the road and the air bag light came on the dash. I took it to the dealership and he said it was the passenger air bag. He said there was no recall. I just seen were newer models have recalls on them. I was wondering why my model doesn't.
ODI 10884165
Air Bags
Supplemental air bag sensor did not work. Had to replace the front passenger seat which contained the sensor for the airbag. Nissan has recalled 2013 altimas to correct this exact problem. Unfortunately it cost me $800. To correct my problem. I'm sure i'm not the only owner of an earlier model to have this problem.
ODI 10871431
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owned a 2010 nissan altima. While the contact's vehicle was stationary, a second vehicle crashed into its rear bumper while traveling approximately 55 mph. The contact's vehicle was pushed into the rear of a third vehicle. The front end was damaged, but the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. A police report was filed. The driver sustained back, neck, knee, and hand…
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 10865849
Air Bags
Takata recall i was driving 45 mph down the street and the air bag light came on my dash. I see that there were recalls for newer models but not my model. Can you tell me why?
ODI 10896158
Air Bags
The passenger airbag sensor was malfunction which caused the indication light flashing. The nissan dealership diagnostic the problem and the result was to replace the passenger seat. Since it was the airbag sensor malfunction, it will affect the deployment of the airbag if accident happens. This is not a wear & tear issue. It is the manufacturing problem. Even though a later model of nissan's vehicle was recalled…
ODI 10861523
Air Bags
The passenger seat belt indicator is malfunction. The passenger airbag sensor is malfunction. It affects the function of the airbag this is not a wear & tissue. This is a manufacturing issue of the airbag sensor. Updated 05/04/16*lj updated 05/16/16.*jb updated 05/16/16.*jb updated 06/14/16.*jb
ODI 10855044
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. When the contact released the brake pedal coming from a complete stop, the vehicle tapped the rear of the preceding vehicle. Without warning, the driver and passenger air bags deployed. The contact and passenger sustained injuries to the neck that did not require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10837202
Air Bags
Takata inflators: one of my vehicles (the other is a 2013 ford fusion vin [xxx]), was issued a recall notice regarding the takata inflators. I was informed repeatedly that parts were not available and i would be informed when they were in stock. I do not have the original documentation regarding this recall and cannot recall which of my vehicles was pinpointed, the inflators have not been changed on either of my…
ODI 11073375
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. While driving approximately 30 mph on a damp road, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle began to spin out of control without warning. The vehicle crashed into a concrete overpass. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a parking lot. The manufacturer…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10811405
Air Bags
The passenger airbag sensor has malfunction which caused the indication light flashing. The nissan dealership diagnostic the problem and the result was to replace the passenger seat. Since it was the airbag sensor malfunction, it will affect the deployment of the airbag if accident happens. This is not a wear & tear issue. It is the manufacturing problem. I am aware that later models of nissan's vehicle have been…
ODI 10863286
Air Bags
On august 17, 2015 i noticed that my air bag light was flashing in my 2010 nissan altima coupe 3.5.. The next day i went to my dealership to have it looked at. They informed me that there was a "short' in the steering wheel airbag meaning that the airbag would not deploy if needed. I contacted nissan with my concern about the short being a defect with only 58,133 miles on the car. Airbags should not have "shorts" in…
ODI 10767357