The 2010 Nissan Altima is documented here with 3 trims and full specifications. It belongs to the nissan-altima-iv-coupe generation (2007–2012). Performance figures reach up to 270 hp and a top speed of 235 km/h. The most efficient trim returns 8.7 L/100 km combined.
2010 Altima at a glance
- Max power
- 270 hp
- Top speed
- up to 235 km/h
- Best fuel economy
- 8.7 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 205 g/km
- Length
- 4636 mm
About the nissan-altima-iv-coupe generation
2007–2012 | Coupe | length 4636 mm, width 1796 mm, height 1405 mm, wheelbase 2675 mm | Engines: 3.5 V6 (270 Hp), 2.5 V6 (177 Hp)
Produced 2007–2012. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (3)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2010 Nissan Altima vehicles.
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10V401000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) 2010-09-10
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
Consequence: OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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10V193000 STRUCTURE 2010-05-07
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 ALTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 7, 2010 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2010. SOME OF THE FRONT SIDE MEMBER ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED TO SPECIFICATION DUE TO A TOOL MAINTENANCE ERROR.
Consequence: IF SEVERAL STRUCTURAL WELDS ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION ON A SINGLE VEHICLE, IT MAY HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE VEHICLE CRASH PERFORMANCE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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09V358000 SUSPENSION 2009-09-16
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 ALTIMA AND MAXIMA PASSENGER CARS. THE UPPER FRONT STRUT INSULATORS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT INSULATOR TO CRACK.
Consequence: IF THE STRUT INSULATOR IS CRACKED, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT ROD TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION, WHICH COULD AFFECT VEHICLE STABILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT STRUT INSULATORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261).
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the 2010 Nissan Altima?
The 2010 Nissan Altima produces up to 270 hp across its trims, with a top speed of 235 km/h.
Is the 2010 Nissan Altima fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2010 Altima trim returns about 8.7 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2010 Nissan Altima?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns from the U.S. NHTSA are listed for the 2010 Nissan Altima below, including the affected component and the official remedy.