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2012 Nissan Altima Seats Problems

Seats complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2012 Nissan Altima has 4 NHTSA seats complaints and 0 seats-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2012 Nissan Altima

Powertrain
144
Airbags
47
Other
42
Electrical
38
Engine
31
Structure
28
Speed Control
25
Steering
16
Visibility
12
Suspension
10
Brakes
10
Lights
4
Seats
4
Seat Belts
3
Fuel System
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

1

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 8, 2026

All Seats Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 1, 2017SEATSTHE DRIVER SEAT DOESNT STAY IN POSITION. IT SITS LOW AND DOESNT STAY LIFTED
Aug 1, 2012SEATSTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA (N/A). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADREST CAUSED THE CON...
Jun 30, 2012SEATSTHE DRIVER'S SEAT IS CROOKED - BOTH ACROSS THE BACK AND ACROSS THE SEAT. THIS MEANS ONE'S SHOULDERS...
Jan 30, 2012SEATSTHE HEADREST IS TILTED FORWARD SO FAR THAT IT MAKES IT VERY UNCOMFORTABLE TO DRIVE. YOUR HEAD IS FA...

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