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At a glance
What can fail
Engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can cause the engine to fail.
What the fix does
This page covers 9 recalls, 217 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Nissan Altima.
30–32 mpg combined
7.4–7.8 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Electrical and driver-assistance complaints dominate what owners report for the 2019 Nissan Altima. On the electrical side, owners frequently describe door locks failing to respond to either the key fob or the interior switch, with multiple doors affected at once, along with power windows that stop functioning entirely, in some cases leaving a window stuck in the down position. The forward collision avoidance system draws nearly as many complaints, with owners reporting repeated false alerts, warning lights that cycle on and off, and dashboard indicators flagging phantom collision events. Engine complaints center on a recurring "engine malfunction, power reduced" warning that returns even after service visits. Several owners note that multiple warning lights appear together, suggesting these systems may be triggering each other rather than reflecting separate failures.
217
Total Complaints
22
Crash-Related
5
Fire-Related
9
With Injuries
By System
The 2019 Nissan Altima has 9 recalls, the most serious involving multiple fire risks: a loose fuel pump lock ring and an unlocked fuel tube retainer clip can both cause fuel leaks, and defective engine bearings in vehicles with the VC-Turbo engine can fail and discharge hot oil from the engine block.
The brake light switch is the subject of two related recalls. A mispositioned switch bracket can leave the brake lights on continuously, which may confuse following drivers and also allow the transmission to shift out of park without the brakes being applied, risking unintended vehicle movement. On the tire side, certain vehicles equipped with Continental tires have sidewalls that can crack and lose air suddenly or shed tread due to over-curing during production. Rear visibility is also affected: the rearview camera wiring harness can be damaged by vibration, causing a distorted or absent image when backing up. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve this issue, which is why multiple recalls address the same camera problem.
At a glance
What can fail
Engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can cause the engine to fail.
What the fix does
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera wiring harness may get damaged from vehicle movement and vibrations, causing the rearview camera image to not display or display incorrectly when reversing.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect the wiring harness, apply protective tape, and reroute it. If damaged, the camera and wiring harness will be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera harness can become damaged, causing the rearview camera display to show a distorted or lost image.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness, replacing them if damaged. If undamaged, protective tape will be applied and the harness rerouted.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Continental tires on these vehicles may have been over-cured during manufacturing, which can weaken the tire structure and increase failure risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your tires and replace any affected ones at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The backup camera display settings can be changed so the rear view image disappears. The system saves this setting, so the rear view remains hidden when you shift into reverse.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the backup camera software settings at no cost to restore proper rear visibility functionality.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump lock ring may not be fully engaged, which could cause fuel to leak from the fuel tank.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly. If the lock ring is loose, it will be tightened. If detached, the fuel pump will be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake light switch may be positioned incorrectly, causing brake lights to stay on continuously and allowing the transmission to shift out of park without braking.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect your brake pedal assembly and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake switch bracket may be positioned incorrectly, causing the brake switch to stay on continuously.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your brake pedal and install a new one if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The retainer clip that holds the low pressure fuel tube to the high pressure fuel pump may not be locked in place.
What the fix does
Dealers will route the fuel hose into the holding clip and lock the retainer clip into position.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
