2019 Nissan Altima
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 122 |
| 1994 | 106 |
| 1995 | 180 |
| 1996 | 92 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 123 |
| 1999 | 87 |
| 2000 | 160 |
| 2001 | 159 |
| 2002 | 1047 |
| 2003 | 883 |
| 2004 | 276 |
| 2005 | 1091 |
| 2006 | 824 |
| 2007 | 471 |
| 2008 | 1028 |
| 2009 | 1547 |
| 2010 | 380 |
| 2011 | 241 |
| 2012 | 423 |
| 2013 | 2303 |
| 2014 | 1111 |
| 2015 | 941 |
| 2016 | 544 |
| 2017 | 382 |
| 2018 | 223 |
| 2019 | 223 |
| 2020 | 172 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 39 |
| 2025 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: electrical system — 55 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY21% of complaints: engine — 46 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: service brakes — 29 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) FUNCTION FAILED AT A RED LIGHT. AEB HAD BEEN SET IN A 3-VEHICLE DISTANCE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190909
13% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 29 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 20 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019 Altima vehicles. The retainer clip connecting the low pressure fuel tube to the high pressure fuel pump may not have been locked into position.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 18V922000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019 Nissan Altima vehicles. The brake switch bracket may be in the incorrect location, which may cause the brake switch to remain on.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 19V235000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019 Altima vehicles equipped with front wheel drive (FWD) and 2.5 liter engines. The fuel pump lock ring may not be fully engaged, possibly causing fuel to leak.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 19V316000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 19V654000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Altima and 2018-2021 Titan vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V169000 — check if this car was fixed
Hertz/Vehicles Rented with Open Recalls
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V628000 — check if this car was fixed
Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Campaign 25V437000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Nissan Altima — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (55 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (46 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (29 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V922000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V235000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V316000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V169000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V628000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V437000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Nissan Altima reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Nissan Altima is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Nissan Altima?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Nissan Altima have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.