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2019 Nissan Altima Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.3× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
224Complaints
7Recalls
22Crashes
5Fires
11Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (25% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.3× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System56 · 25%not available
Engine46 · 20.5%RecalledRecall 25V437000
Service Brakes29 · 12.9%not available
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking29 · 12.9%not available
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings20 · 8.9%not available
Visibility/wiper14 · 6.2%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other47 · 21%
ENGINE46 · 20.5%
SERVICE BRAKES29 · 12.9%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS20 · 8.9%
VISIBILITY/WIPER14 · 6.2%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM12 · 5.4%
AIR BAGS10 · 4.5%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL9 · 4%

Percentages are the share of the 224 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 7 campaigns

Tires

NHTSA campaign 21V169000 · 2021 · reported 03/11/2021

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 19V316000 · 2019 · reported 04/18/2019

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 18V922000 · 2018 · reported 12/20/2018

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch

NHTSA campaign 19V235000 · 2019 · reported 03/25/2019

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.… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · 2019 · reported 09/12/2019

The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 23V628000 · 2023 · reported 09/08/2023

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 25V437000 · 2025 · reported 06/27/2025

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled with the engine malfunction warning light illuminated…”NHTSA complaint 11495593 — filed 12/01/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“My back doors do not lock with the FOB. I have to manually unlock and lock my rear doors. My driver side door is starting…”NHTSA complaint 11473050 — filed 07/09/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“The front passenger door and both rear doors will not lock/unlock with the key fob or the button in the car. The doors when locked…”NHTSA complaint 11471062 — filed 06/26/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Nissan Altima?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 56 of 224 NHTSA complaints (25%), followed by unspecified/other issues (47), engine (46), service brakes (29). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2019 Nissan Altima have?

224 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 22 involved a crash, 5 involved a fire, and 11 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2019 Nissan Altima have any recalls?

Yes — 7 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V169000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Nissan Altima's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.