2019 Nissan Altima: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2019 Nissan Altima? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 215 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2019 Nissan Altima Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2019 Nissan Altima trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2019 Nissan Altima Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2019 Nissan Altima 4 DR AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
9.2% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
9.2% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Nissan Altima has 215 owner complaints, 22 crash-related complaints, and 7 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Altima
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 215
- Crash-related complaints
- 22
- Safety recall campaigns
- 7
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 30
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 26 / 35
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 5/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2019 Nissan Altima Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2019 Nissan Altima?
The 2019 Nissan Altima shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2019 Nissan Altima
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system for any known issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and brake repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance system before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system for any known issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and brake repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance system before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2019 Nissan Altima, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2019 Nissan Altima are concentrated in electrical faults and engine problems, with a notable number of forward collision avoidance issues. Crash-related complaints account for a small portion of total reports. The data suggests potential concerns with the electrical system and engine performance.
- Electrical faults are the most reported component with 53 complaints.
- Engine problems follow closely with 50 complaints.
- Forward collision avoidance issues total 40 complaints.
- Electrical faults
- Engine problems
- Forward collision avoidance system
All 2019 Nissan Altima Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Nissan Altima. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 53 | 5 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 50 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 44 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 40 | 3 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 29 | 9 | 2 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 10 | 8 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 6 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | 2 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Nissan Altima. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I continuously have issues with it showing a crash and with the warning "engine malfunction, power reduced, service now" light coming on. This has been a recurring issue. There is always a light coming on in this car. I don't know if it is sensitive sensors or if it was poorly ma…
Passenger side window stopped going up resulting in the window being down at all times. Tried to repair with a master switch replacement was unsuccessful and replaced the window regulator but did not resolve issue. Safety issue for many.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 60,000. It was later discovered upon checking a Carfax Report that …
I recently bought a 2019 Nissan Altima SR and when I got it home I noticed the door locks weren't locking or unlocking on 3 doors! The salesman didn't mention any problems with the car and I inspected it and didn't notice this until I got it home. This is a safety issue and ever…
I’ve owned this vehicle since March 2023, and I have experienced several electrical issues. For instance, my car displays a malfunction warning and the check engine light multiple times throughout the month. When the engine malfunction warning appears, the engine will not acceler…
Thermostat has been replaced twice. Car is still having issues with overheating. First replacement of thermoastat the car ran fine for about 2 months then the car started doing the same thing. It will overheat and then come right down again. Thermostat was replace again and …
I am filing this complaint because the locking system on my 2019 Nissan Altima has been malfunctioning for a few years, and it has now become a serious safety issue. I first noticed that my back doors and my front driver-side doors would not lock or unlock when using the remote o…
A truck was turning without signaling and we were passing on right side assuming he was turning left- and he suddenly jerked right causing major impact and sent us into ditch where we were stopped by impacting a solid fence.
When putting my vehicle in reverse, I noticed the screen on the back up camera was blank/black color and did not show the angles/guide of which I was parking. I also noticed on my dashboard the clock at some point changed to "am" and said 109am when it was 529pm so I had to manua…
I changed the Air Mass Flow sensor and it’s still showing the check engine light on my dash board and giving me the same code after replacing it brand new. My brakes sound horrible after replacing both sets of brakes, front and back. The Foward Collision Warning sensor did not r…
Every time I put the breaks on or go over any kind of speed bump, it bounces and sounds like warn out bed springs. Out of nowhere The volume on my radio will turn up extremely loud. Its happened more than a handful of times while driving and it scared me to the point of having to…
I had my seat warmer on and smelled something burning my coat had caught fire and wires in back of seat were smoking.
The radio turns volume up and down on its own and changes the radio station. When turning the volume up and up with the knob, the volume erratically increases
On January 5, 2026, my son was driving to work at around 8:30 am EST. While waiting to turn left at a stoplight, his car inadvertently moved forward and collided with an oncoming vehicle. After the collision, he discovered the gas pedal had snapped off, causing the unintended mov…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that lead was found in the oil pan. The vehicle remain…
I've been having engine & engine cooling problems also fuel system how many car starting up etc.I've been having this problem around July
My vehicle was taking to the dealership for an inspection for the nissan engine recall. During the inspection metal was found in my oil pan which the recall states they must repair or replace engine if any metal is found. I was told the engine would be replaced on 11/15/2025 but …
On August 30, 2025, while driving on the highway, my 2019 Nissan Altima displayed a “CVT (AT) Hot / Power Reduced” warning. Power was limited, but the engine did not shut off. I immediately scheduled service at Paul Miller Nissan in Fairfield, CT. At the September 2, 2025 visit, …
The airbag system failed to deploy during a collision. The vehicle is currently in not my possession. The airbag control module, sensors, and airbags themselves can be inspected to determine the cause of non-deployment. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?…
NHTSA Online Complaint Vehicle: 2019 Nissan Altima VIN: [XXX] Recall: R25B1 (NHTSA Recall No. 25V-437) Description of the Problem: My vehicle is affected by recall R25B1 (NHTSA Recall No. 25V-437) related to potential bearing failures in the 2.0L VC-Turbo engine. Nissan announ…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Nissan Altima.
2019 Nissan Altima Recalls
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Nissan Altima. 7 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2019 Nissan Altima Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Nissan Altima reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 215 owner complaints, 22 crash-related complaints, and 7 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 Nissan Altima shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Nissan Altima?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (53 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (50 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (44 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Nissan Altima?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Nissan Altima?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Nissan Altima, NHTSA complaints include 22 crash-related reports and 5 fire reports out of 215 total complaints. 11 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Nissan Altima have any recalls?▾
Yes. 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Nissan Altima. A major recall area is TIRES. 7 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2019 Nissan Altima?▾
The 2019 Nissan Altima shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Altima reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.