2019 Nissan Altima: Reliability Data
Source: NHTSA — 326 complaints
326
Total Complaints
14,000mi
Median Mileage
Electrical System
Top Issue
40
Crash Reports
When Do Complaints Happen?
Distribution of NHTSA complaints by vehicle mileage at time of report.
2,700
25th Percentile
14,000
Median Mileage
32,375
75th Percentile
What Fails?
Most reported component issues from NHTSA complaints.
Electrical System
48
Unknown Or Other
42
Engine
41
Service Brakes
29
Automatic Emergency Braking
28
Warnings
20
Visibility/Wiper
14
Air Bags
10
Fuel/Propulsion System
10
Vehicle Speed Control
9
Severity Assessment
40
Crashes
6
Fires
17
Injuries
0
Deaths
Sample Complaint Reports
"DEFECTIVE REARVIEW 'ANTI-GLARE' MIRROR HARDLY REDUCES ANY LIGHT AT NIGHT FROM VEHICLES BEHIND THE CAR. ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE WITHOUT DISTRACTION OR BLINDING LIGHT. THIS IS A DEFECT IN MANUFACTURING AND SHOULD BE REPLACED WITH A DESIGN THAT REDUCES LIGHT AT NIGHT. AS IS, THIS IS A DANGEROUS D..."
"THE HEAD RESTS IN THIS CAR PUSH MY HEAD FORWARD AND I CAN'T SIT IN THE CAR WITH MY BACK AGAINST THE SEAT. VERY HARD ON MY BACK. I HAVE ADJUSTED THE HEAD REST TO ALL POSITIONS WITH NO LUCK. THE ONLY THING THAT WORKS IS REMOVING IT AND PUTTING IT IN BACKWARDS. THERE SHOULD BE SOME WAY TO ADJUST TH..."
"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT VENT CONTROL FUNCTION FOR THE HEAT AND AIR CONDITIONER FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT PREVIOUSLY TRADED IN A 2016 NISSAN ALTIMA FOR WHICH AUTONATION NISSAN PEMBROKE PINES (8890 PINES BLVD, PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33024, (954) 949-0421) RE..."
Source: NHTSA ODI Complaints Database. Names and identifying details omitted.
When Were Complaints Filed?
Number of complaints by the year the issue occurred.
When Does Each Component Fail?
Median mileage at complaint for top components.
Electrical System
48 complaints
25th: 5,875 mi
Median: 20,500 mi
75th: 38,503 mi
Unknown Or Other
42 complaints
25th: 2,500 mi
Median: 8,218 mi
75th: 22,800 mi
Engine
41 complaints
25th: 14,000 mi
Median: 47,500 mi
75th: 64,511 mi
Service Brakes
29 complaints
25th: 2,650 mi
Median: 8,798 mi
75th: 14,706 mi
Automatic Emergency Braking
28 complaints
25th: 8,596 mi
Median: 13,000 mi
75th: 24,000 mi
Where Are Complaints Coming From?
Top states by complaint count.
FL: 45
CA: 31
IL: 21
NC: 16
GA: 15
VA: 14
NY: 14
TX: 13
CT: 13
NJ: 13
Who Files Complaints?
0.3%
Original Owners
99.7%
Second+ Owners
Nissan Altima — Other Years
See how this model compares across different model years.
| Year | Complaints | Crashes |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 150 | 25 |
| 1994 | 120 | 37 |
| 1995 | 216 | 49 |
| 1996 | 117 | 27 |
| 1997 | 141 | 40 |
| 1998 | 141 | 20 |
| 1999 | 110 | 29 |
| 2000 | 199 | 34 |
| 2001 | 201 | 29 |
| 2002 | 1321 | 41 |
| 2003 | 1099 | 61 |
| 2004 | 334 | 18 |
| 2005 | 1358 | 71 |
| 2006 | 1043 | 58 |
| 2007 | 597 | 39 |
| 2008 | 1373 | 73 |
| 2009 | 2149 | 55 |
| 2010 | 538 | 40 |
| 2011 | 317 | 18 |
| 2012 | 575 | 39 |
| 2013 | 2970 | 104 |
| 2014 | 1376 | 74 |
| 2015 | 1188 | 61 |
| 2016 | 778 | 43 |
| 2017 | 498 | 32 |
| 2018 | 314 | 16 |
| 2020 | 266 | 27 |
| 2021 | 96 | 11 |
| 2022 | 50 | 8 |
| 2023 | 33 | 8 |
| 2024 | 55 | 13 |
Active Recalls (7)
Federal safety recalls issued for this vehicle.
Tires
Campaign 21V169000 | 11/03/2021
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC798.
Fuel Pump
Campaign 19V316000 | 18/04/2019
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly. If the lock ring is disengaged, dealers will tighten the ring to specification. If the lock ring is detached, dealers will replace the fuel pump. Both remedies will be completed free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2019
Fuel Pump
Campaign 18V922000 | 20/12/2018
If the retainer clip is unlocked, the fuel tube may shift and cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. If the fuel tube fully disconnects, the engine can stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will route the fuel hose into the holding clip and lock the retainer clip into place, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Switch
Campaign 19V235000 | 25/03/2019
If the brake switch remains in the ON position, the brake lights will remain illuminated when the brakes are not being pressed, which may confuse other drivers. Additionally, the transmission shift lever may be moved out of the Park position without the brake pedal being pressed, allowing the vehic
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a new brake pedal as needed, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2019. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Camera
Campaign 19V654000 | 12/09/2019
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200
Camera
Campaign 23V628000 | 08/09/2023
A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Octob
Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Campaign 25V437000 | 27/06/2025
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
Maintain Your Electrical System
Based on the most common issues reported for this vehicle.
- Clean battery terminals annually with baking soda and water
- Replace the battery every 3-5 years before it leaves you stranded
- Don't leave accessories running with the engine off
- Check for corroded ground connections if you have intermittent electrical issues
- Replace dim headlights promptly — they're a safety issue and a wiring symptom
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Data source: View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov | NHTSA ODI Complaints Database. Public domain.
Methodology: Complaint counts and mileage distributions are computed directly from consumer-reported NHTSA complaints. This data represents reported issues, not failure rates — vehicles without complaints are not represented. Full methodology.
Data through: 2026-03-28