repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
2019 Nissan AltimaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 235 owner complaints about the 2019 Nissan Altima, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-628 the manufacturer reports only 70% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 7, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Nissan Altima has problems
235 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
58Electrical system5 crash/fire/injury
49Engine
41Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
29Service brakes10 crash/fire/injury
14Visibility/wiper
12Fuel/propulsion system
11Air bags
9Power train
9Engine and engine cooling
6816 other systems15 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 58 | 5 |
| Engine | 49 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 41 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 29 | 10 |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | 0 |
| Air bags | 11 | 8 |
| Power train | 9 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 0 |
| 16 other systems | 68 | 15 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2019 Nissan Altima recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Tires
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Sensing system: camera
Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Brake lights: switch
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the retainer clip is unlocked, the fuel tube may shift and cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Nissan.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other Altima year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Altima median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Nissan Altima safety ratings
2019 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: Optional
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Nissan Altima, and the recalls they led to.
- Hertz/Vehicles Rented with Open RecallsOpen
- Complete loss of motive power due to engine failureLed to recall 25V-437
In owners' words
What Altima owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
All 4 door actuators failed over the course of a few months. Now none of the locks work, and the cost to fix them is prohibitive.
Coolant leak not visible egr cooler and egr valve malfunction catalytic converter malfunction. Diagnosted at nissan a known issue with nissan make and model.
Ever since I bought the car with zero miles I been having electrical issues. From reverse camera to low wash fluid light that doesn’t turned off. Now even when it’s over 100 degrees outside my car marks inside that’s 26 degrees. And now my Ac completely stopped working. I don’t know what to do I…
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