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2019 Nissan Altima: recalls and problems

7 recalls and 232 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electrical system.

7recalls
232complaints
22crashes reported
5fires reported
11injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Electrical System57 · 25%
  • Unknown Or Other49 · 21%
  • Engine48 · 21%
  • Forward Collision Avoidance41 · 18%
  • Service Brakes29 · 13%
  • Visibility/Wiper14 · 6%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System12 · 5%
  • Air Bags10 · 4%
  • Engine And Engine Cooling9 · 4%
  • Power Train9 · 4%

What owners report

Back Over Prevention

Back up camera did occasionally did work properly. some time the image went dark, other time the picture changed. it cost me $674 to have the unit replaced and software updated at the dealer. was told that the altima has had recalls for this issue, my car was not part of the list. when the dealer ordered the camera they where on backorder.

Unknown Or Other

Active grille shutter failed with dtc p059f, covered under nissan warranty extension pc989 (15 years/150,000 miles). vehicle at 64,867 miles. campbell nissan of [xxx] denied warranty coverage citing outside influence from debris. however, dealer removed the debris and shutter still does not function, proving debris was not the cause. tech video shows electronic connection to grille shutter motor — motor did not react

Engine

The contact owns a 2019 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine seized. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with internal engine failure. the contact was informed that there was oil leaking onto the spark plugs. the contact was informed tha

Engine And Engine Cooling

The contact owns a 2019 nissan altima. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for a trade-in, and during the test drive, the vehicle went into limp mode. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that the cam actuator and the bearings were falling apart. the mechanic informed the contact about nhtsa campaign number: 25v437000 (engine and engine cooling). the vehicle was towed to the local deale

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2019 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Altima. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.