2019 Nissan Altima Problems & Owner Complaints

Electrical System 58 5 crash 2 injury

“While driving straight on a two lane road, steering wheel suddenly locked, unable to regain control the car was locked in a turning position causing the vehicle to crash into a pole. Car is totaled. No rain, low speed and wasn’t turning when it happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11537477, 2023 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“I was hit front passenger side at 45mph and air bags didn’t deploy. And now I have suspension and electrical issues on my 2019 Nissan Altima.”
NHTSA complaint #11478029, 2021 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“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 respond in a timely matter, resulting in a minor fender bender.”
NHTSA complaint #11716913, 2025 · crash

Unknown Or Other 48 6 crash 1 fire

“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 movement. His vehicle was only traveling at 5 MPH or less at the time of impact, so the pedal breakage was not due to the collision. Stranded in the intersection, he was assisted by two individuals who pushed his car to safety. The police arrived, and a report was filed. Our insurance accepted liability for the accident,…”
NHTSA complaint #11709346, 2026 · crash

“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 announced this recall on June 26, 2025, but the status remains “Incomplete – remedy not yet available.” I have contacted Nissan Consumer Affairs and local dealerships several times, but they confirmed that there is no repair or parts available. Due to this unresolved safety recall, my state’s DMV has refused to register my…”
NHTSA complaint #11695531, 2025 · crash

“Was reported in a head on collision with an F150 on 3/22/21”
NHTSA complaint #11417372, 2021 · crash

Engine 47

“Cracked Engine Head- The vehicle is around 165,000 miles and the engine has cracked. No collisions or crashes or any fault of owner. At around 100,000 miles ALL four doors had the actuators stop working within 1 week. All doors now must be manually locked and unlocked.”
NHTSA complaint #11753431, 2026

“Ever since I bought the car with zero miles I been having electrical issues. From reverse camera to low wash fluid light that doesn’t turned off . Now even when it’s over 100 degrees outside my car marks inside that’s 26 degrees . And now my Ac completely stopped working. I don’t know what to do I only owe $4,000 on my car”
NHTSA complaint #11747965, 2026

“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 made.”
NHTSA complaint #11733523, 2026

Forward Collision Avoidance 41 3 crash

“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 respond in a timely matter, resulting in a minor fender bender.”
NHTSA complaint #11716913, 2025 · crash

“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? My safety was put at significant risk because the airbags did not deploy during the impact. This increased the potential for serious injury to the driver and passengers during the crash, as the airbags are a critical part of the vehicle’s safety system designed to prevent head and chest injuries. 3. Has the problem b…”
NHTSA complaint #11698860, 2025 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM WOULD RANDOMLY ACTIVATE AND REDUCE THE VEHICLE'S SPEED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ALTHOUGH NO OBJECTS WERE PRESENT NEARBY. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURES WERE NOT DETERMINED. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE SLOWED BEFORE THE BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING THE VEHICLE NOT TO STOP AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF A TRUCK. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AND NO POLICE WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER…”
NHTSA complaint #11330313, 2020 · crash

Service Brakes 29 9 crash 2 fire 3 injury

“AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) FUNCTION FAILED AT A RED LIGHT. AEB HAD BEEN SET IN A 3-VEHICLE DISTANCE. HOWEVER, UPON ARRIVING AT THE RED LIGHT, ON A CITY STREET, WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT OF US, NISSAN ALTIMA 2019 DIDN'T ACTUALLY RESPOND TO THE CONDITION AND KICK OFF ITS AEB SYSTEM TO 1) SLOW DOWN 2) STOP THE MOVING VEHICLE. THIS IS A DRIVING EXPERIENCE DATED ON JUNE 01 2019.”
NHTSA complaint #11254091, 2019 · crash · fire · 1 injury(ies)

“While driving straight on a two lane road, steering wheel suddenly locked, unable to regain control the car was locked in a turning position causing the vehicle to crash into a pole. Car is totaled. No rain, low speed and wasn’t turning when it happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11537477, 2023 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE BRAKE PEDAL ATTEMPTING TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND CRASHED INTO A MAIL DELIVERY TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MAIL DELIVERY TRUCK DID NOT RECEIVE ANY DAMAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE MALFUNCTION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED. THE FRONT BUMPER WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO AN UNKNOWN AUTO REPAIR GARAGE. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE LEFT SHOULDER, THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIV…”
NHTSA complaint #11363204, 2020 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

Visibility/Wiper 14 2 injury

“I’m driving on expressway going southbound with no traffic & out of no where the hood jumps open, the result of that resulted in the windshield being cracked also the sunroof. The glass from sunroof came Shattered & hit me & my daughter forehead leaving glass inside the car. These was a traumatic experience, and actually my very first Nissan.”
NHTSA complaint #11503878, 2023 · 2 injury(ies)

“When the rearview mirror was adjusted, the mirror fell off of the windshield entirely and took a chunk of glass out with the rearview mirror.”
NHTSA complaint #11463413, 2022

“The windshield was randomly cracked without having any impact marks. The car was parked with no cracks on a sunny day and i came to my car within any hour to a cracked windshield. The issue is well know with these vehicles. I have plenty of pictures for evidence as well. Below are pictures of people with similar problems”
NHTSA complaint #11423203, 2021

Fuel/Propulsion System 12

“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 made.”
NHTSA complaint #11733523, 2026

“Coolant leak not visible egr cooler and egr valve malfunction catalytic converter malfunction. Diagnosted at nissan a known issue with nissan make and model.”
NHTSA complaint #11748154, 2025

“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”
NHTSA complaint #11701876, 2025

Air Bags 10 8 crash 1 fire 5 injury

“The contact owned a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph and making a left turn, another vehicle crashed into the front driver's side of the vehicle. All the air bags did deploy. The contact stated the driver-side air bag deployed under the steering wheel causing him to fracture his right leg and his right knee. The contact sought medical attention at a hospital for 11 days and had surgery on his right leg. The contact also stated his front passager had injuries caused by the seat belt. The front passenger sought medical attention and had surgery to have a…”
NHTSA complaint #11505108, 2022 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

“2019 Niss Altima 3-12-2022 McDonald County, MO Vehicle was rammed and forced off the road causing the vehicle crash into trees. The vehicle received heavy damage to the front and rear. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. The driver struck his head on steering wheel or windshield. Sheriff's office investigating. Nissan has not been notified yet. Towing yard and sent pictures to the insurance company. Driver and passenger was put in great risk.”
NHTSA complaint #11457508, 2022 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“I was hit front passenger side at 45mph and air bags didn’t deploy. And now I have suspension and electrical issues on my 2019 Nissan Altima.”
NHTSA complaint #11478029, 2021 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

Power Train 9

“Engine and transmission disengaged from each other and I could no longer accelerate or keep speed. I had to pull over, turn off the car and turn it back on. Local shop took a look and confirmed a cooling System Failure. The system is not at the right pressure at operating temperature. Exhaust gasses in cooling system.”
NHTSA complaint #11740696, 2026

“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 repair order stated: “Customer states CVT (AT) Hot Power Reduced display in dash. All past codes stored; cleared all past codes stored.” No complete diagnostic test, CVT pressure test, or fluid inspection was performed. The dealership did not preserve the freeze-frame data from the TCM. I was told that no current f…”
NHTSA complaint #11698682, 2025

“Failure of rear differential Electronic Coupler in 2019 Nissan Altima at 66,500 miles. The problem was confirmed by the nissan dealer and the vehicle component has been inspected and replaced by Team Nissan, 70 Keller Street, Manchester NH, 03103 The symptoms of this problem were lots of vibration from the rear of the vehicle, a cyclical chirp while driving and a very loud squeaking noise ( Sounded like metal on metal) while reversing.”
NHTSA complaint #11561084, 2023

Vehicle Speed Control 9

“I have bought this vehicle Oct/Nov of 2023 , from private dealer on at least three occasions I have experienced the vehicle automatically speeding up without stepping on the gas pedal. I had to hold down the braking system and pulling over to avoid an accident. Although , I've quickly placed the vehicle on neutral the engine was still revving . I then powered off vehicle for a few minutes and restarted to learn the vehicle continued to rev on park mode. I then waited at least 10 minutes and then vehicle resorted back to normal state. There was no warning lamps presented. I will be bring this…”
NHTSA complaint #11585095, 2024

“while driving in traffic with the adaptive cruise control on, the system indicated a sensor malfunction. This is a well-known occurrence for these vehicles as reported on numerous Nissan sites and other websites. This failure can present a safety hazard if the warning comes with little time to react to traffic conditions.”
NHTSA complaint #11525177, 2023

“When the cruise control is on and I push on the brake to merge lanes or because a vehicle in front of me stops, the car continues to accelerate and gets stuck in acceleration the RPMs go up wildly.”
NHTSA complaint #11486059, 2022

Engine And Engine Cooling 8

“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 remained at the dealer unrepaired. The contact was informed that the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and declined to complete the recall repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11707543, 2025

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine overheated and hot air came out of the vents, entering the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the coolant reservoir needed to be refilled. The dealer refilled the coolant reservoir. The failure persisted, and the vehicle was returned to the dealer, who then diagnosed that the radiator thermostat had failed. The thermostat was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred approximately 3 weeks after the repair. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the…”
NHTSA complaint #11695388, 2025

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact became aware that warm air was coming through the vents while the A/C unit was activated. The contact then stated that the vehicle started jerking with the "Engine Malfunction, Power Reduced" message displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where water was added to the coolant reservoir, and the contact was informed by the mechanic that there was likely an engine coolant leak and to monitor the coolant level. The contact then stated that there was white smoke coming from the vehicle at start up. While inspecting the vehicle…”
NHTSA complaint #11688833, 2025

Suspension 8 2 crash 1 injury

“I was hit front passenger side at 45mph and air bags didn’t deploy. And now I have suspension and electrical issues on my 2019 Nissan Altima.”
NHTSA complaint #11478029, 2021 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“on the seventeenth of march,2024 a 2019 nissan altimawith alittle over 25000 miles on the odo was backed from a garage and driven forward about 100 feet on dry,smooth pavement in a cul de sac when the right front wheel came loose . this caused the auto to veer right and sideswipe a vehicle parked at the curb.this altma has been driven by a woman in her eighties since new ,garaged nitely, washed weekly, and serviced as required. if this had happened at highway speeds it might have resulted serius injury or death.”
NHTSA complaint #11605369, 2024 · crash

“Well, first, my struts are bad on the right wheel. And I've went through about 5 tires now. And I guess my wheel bearing or something is messed up too. I don't I don't know exactly, but it does not sound good. Next would be the brake light is on and it won't shut off. No matter what I do, it will not turn off. The third thing is my cameras are not working, right and the fourth thing is, as it's making some kind of weird noise. I don't know if it's the engine or it could be where the wheel is. I don't know”
NHTSA complaint #11683524, 2025

Lane Departure 6 2 crash 1 fire

“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 announced this recall on June 26, 2025, but the status remains “Incomplete – remedy not yet available.” I have contacted Nissan Consumer Affairs and local dealerships several times, but they confirmed that there is no repair or parts available. Due to this unresolved safety recall, my state’s DMV has refused to register my…”
NHTSA complaint #11695531, 2025 · crash

“Without warning, both sideview mirrors, plus the blindspot warning system began to not work. Mirror adjustments failed to work on both sides and also the blindspot warning light stopped working when a vehicle would pass. I proceeded to take my vehicle to Regal Nissan, Inc., located at 1090 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell, Georgia 30076, 770-998-8686 on December 19, 2023 at approximately 2:00pm, and was told by the Service Advisor, Deandre Gaines that they would not be able to look at it as the day was almost over and he scheduled an appointment for December 20, 2023 at 9:00am. Today, December 20,…”
NHTSA complaint #11561105, 2023

“Hello, Please see all attached documents and call me for further details and assistance prior to investigation. I appreciate your time and assistance. Thank You”
NHTSA complaint #11627481, 2022

Structure 6 1 crash 2 injury

“I’m driving on expressway going southbound with no traffic & out of no where the hood jumps open, the result of that resulted in the windshield being cracked also the sunroof. The glass from sunroof came Shattered & hit me & my daughter forehead leaving glass inside the car. These was a traumatic experience, and actually my very first Nissan.”
NHTSA complaint #11503878, 2023 · 2 injury(ies)

“BACK IN THE JULY I GOT INTO A REAR END COLLISION, THE EMERGENCY BRAKING SHOULD HAVE KICKED IN BUT IT DID NOT. SINCE THEN, THE EMERGENCY BRAKING HAS APPLIED MULTIPLE TIMES IN THE OPEN BY ITSELF WITH NO CARS AHEAD OR IN VIEW. IT MAKES ME VERY NERVOUS TO DRIVE THIS. IT HAS HAPPENED BOTH ON CITY STREETS AND THE HIGHWAY. I TRIED TELLING THE NISSAN DEALERSHIP AND THEY HAVE NO KNOWLEDGE AND ARE NOT WILLING TO WORK WITH ME FOR FAILURE AND DAMAGES.”
NHTSA complaint #11270880, 2019 · crash

“Grille shudder goes bad , this is my third 2019 Altima”
NHTSA complaint #11515878, 2023

Electronic Stability Control (Esc) 5 1 crash

“MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET. I WENT TO MAKE A TURN BECAUSE OF A CURVE AND MY STEERING WHEEL AND BRAKE WOULD NOT WORK. MY EMERGENCY BRAKE SYSTEM (WHICH IS SUPPOSE TO STOP MY VEHICLE BEFORE IMPACT, DID NOT DEPLOY. I RAN STRAIGHT INTO A STONE WALL AND FENCE. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL ABOUT THE BACK SENSOR, BUT MY SENSORS WERE WORKING UP UNTIL MY ACCIDENT. MY VEHICLE WAS DEEMED TOTALLED. IT WAS NOT RAINING, I WAS NOT SPEEDING, AND WHEN THE POLICE CAME OUT TO DO AN INVESTIGATION, THEY COULD ONLY DETERMINE THAT IT WAS A MECHANICAL PROBLEM. WHY DID THE SENSOR NOT WORK? WHY…”
NHTSA complaint #11291726, 2019 · crash

“I AM HAVING AN ISSUE WHILE DRIVING THAT MY CAR IS SAYING MY FRONT SENSOR IN BLOCKED CAUSING MY CAR TO RANDOMLY AUTOMATIC BREAK WHILE NO OTHER CARS ARE AROUND ME. I TOOK MY CAR TO NISSAN IN CHERRY HILL, NJ WHERE I BOUGHT THE CAR EIGHT MONTHS AGO. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE SENSOR WAS BENT AND MY CAR WAS HIT OR IN AN ACCIDENT. LET ME SPECIFY THAT I WAS NOT IN AN ACCIDENT, AND MY CAR WAS NOT HIT BY ANOTHER CAR. THERE ARE NO MARKS ON THE FRONT OF MY CAR THAT WOULD GIVE THEM REASON TO SAY MY CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. I TAKE MY CAR TO GET SERVICED AT A NON- NISSAN DEALERSHIP. NISSAN OF CHERRY HILL IS TRYIN…”
NHTSA complaint #11337636, 2020

“THE EMERGENCY BREAKING SYSTEM HAS ENGAGED MULTIPLE TIMES WHEN THERE WAS NOTHING IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AROUND A CURVE WHEN THE BREAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED AND BROUGHT MY CAR TO A STOP. IF THERE WAS ANYONE BEHIND ME I WOULD HAVE BEEN HIT. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #11329005, 2020

Seat Belts 5

“The driver’s side seat belt is constantly getting twisted, and it’s very difficult to undo.”
NHTSA complaint #11580845, 2024

“I purchased the 2019 Nissan Altima March 22,2024 for the last week the car will start when it wants , the collision sign on the dash comes on and states it’s blocked , the car will stop or shut off while driving ( on the highway with my two children ) the car stoped & a big truck almost ran in the back of me , the seat belt on the right side doesn’t work . Theirs 4 other problems with the car the could get me and my children killed I have documents from Autozone about my engine that’s not good . ( and the computer I put on to check the car says stop and repair car immediately) . I have picture…”
NHTSA complaint #11578437, 2024

“On Feb 04/24 I was getting to go to the store when I started my car and seat belt and supplemental air bag warning light came on. I have tried to contact dealer representative and no call back or respond my e-mail. My brother stop by dealer and they want me to pay $200 just to make a diagnosis. I will give you my name and information but share only if need it.”
NHTSA complaint #11570634, 2024

Tires 5

“I was driving 65 mph on a major highway (I-95) at 7:40am on a clear morning when my tire blew out completely. There was no debris on the road. There were no warning signs. I put on my hazards and was able to cross the lanes to pull over on the shoulder. Fortunately no one was injured, but this is how deadly accidents happen. I waited for an hour but my roadside assistance never came. A road ranger thankfully found me and helped to put in my spare. The tire is complete blown out at the seams. This is the second tire from the same company and lot that spontaneously blew out in the same way. Ther…”
NHTSA complaint #11661560, 2025

“(215/60/R16) I have two tires that are Continental Procontact A35M WD3T one on front passenger side and other on rear driver side. These tires leak air, tread looks like they're gonna split open. They have lines going all which ways on them. When driving these tires give a jar to my car like never before.”
NHTSA complaint #11615392, 2024

“Tire pressure light is always on. I have to put air in tires almost everyday. The air never stay in tires. I’m always catching a flat tire. Malfunction light is always on. I buy new tires every month. Also I was driving and the tire & axle was loss to fall off. I made it to the auto shop in time for him to tell me the problem but it still isn’t fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #11536704, 2023

Wheels 5 1 crash

“on the seventeenth of march,2024 a 2019 nissan altimawith alittle over 25000 miles on the odo was backed from a garage and driven forward about 100 feet on dry,smooth pavement in a cul de sac when the right front wheel came loose . this caused the auto to veer right and sideswipe a vehicle parked at the curb.this altma has been driven by a woman in her eighties since new ,garaged nitely, washed weekly, and serviced as required. if this had happened at highway speeds it might have resulted serius injury or death.”
NHTSA complaint #11605369, 2024 · crash

“The spare tire that is included with the vehicle is the wrong overall diameter and if used on either front or rear, will cause the AWD transfer case to over heat within 1 mile. There is the potential for major damage or destruction of the AWD transfer case. This is an immediate safety concern! Nissan should recall these vehicles immediately and provide a proper sized spare tire that can be driven on to get to a repair facility without vehicle damage or loss of control.”
NHTSA complaint #11567685, 2024

“IN 2020 IN THE MONTH OF AUGUST, I BOUGHT MY FIRST CAR FROM HONDA OF FORT MYERS LOCATED IN FLORIDA. THE CAR SEEMED LIKE IT WAS A GREAT CAR. HOWEVER, THE CAR BEGIN TO HAVE MINOR PROBLEMS LIKE I DISCOVER A CLUNG NOISE COMING FROM UNDER THE CAR. WHEN I TOOK IT TO GET IT CHECK, THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THAT ONE OF THE BREAK PADS WAS LOOSE. THAT WAS JUST ONE OF PROBLEM. THE MAIN PROBLEM AND COMPLAINT THAT I HAVE IS THE CAR WAS SOLD TO ME WITH THREE BENT RIMS. AFTER DISCOVERING A SHAKE WHEN I REACH 40 MPH, I TOOK IT TO GET LOOKED AT BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS THE TIRES. ONCE I TOOK IT IN TO GET NEW TI…”
NHTSA complaint #11403478, 2021

Seats 4 2 fire

“I had my seat warmer on and smelled something burning my coat had caught fire and wires in back of seat were smoking.”
NHTSA complaint #11713820, 2026 · fire

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated her son was driving on the highway at 70 MPH, when an abnormal smell of garbage was followed by smoke being emitted from a hole in the rear side of the front passenger seat. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was an occupant seated in the front passenger seat when there was a burning sensation was felt. The contact's son immediately pulled over onto the side of the road to exit the vehicle, where the contact then proceeded to extinguish the fire with a beverage. The contact mentioned her jacket and a pillow case caught on f…”
NHTSA complaint #11650733, 2024 · fire

“The heating seat is not working, and the locking system within all doors is failing. Also, lane departure and steering assist is not aligning properly”
NHTSA complaint #11506644, 2022

Back Over Prevention 3

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention screen failed to function as intended. The contact stated that occasionally, the back-over prevention screen displayed a pink, blue, or black screen. In addition, occasionally, the back-over prevention screen displayed lines. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a ca…”
NHTSA complaint #11685366, 2025

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera display screen was blank, and no image was displayed, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V654000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 23,347.”
NHTSA complaint #11516853, 2023

“Every time I get in my car a start to drive either forward of backing up my car dings and a message pops up ont the display that says "warning ️ Malfunction" and shows the car crash button. I have not been in any accidents and it randomly started happening a few days ago. Now I worry that my car may not sensor any objects in my path or that it could trigger my automatic break to kick in creating an accident. I have also researched online and found others who have experienced the same thing but there is no open recall on my vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11514034, 2023

Steering 3 2 crash 1 injury

“While driving straight on a two lane road, steering wheel suddenly locked, unable to regain control the car was locked in a turning position causing the vehicle to crash into a pole. Car is totaled. No rain, low speed and wasn’t turning when it happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11537477, 2023 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

“MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET. I WENT TO MAKE A TURN BECAUSE OF A CURVE AND MY STEERING WHEEL AND BRAKE WOULD NOT WORK. MY EMERGENCY BRAKE SYSTEM (WHICH IS SUPPOSE TO STOP MY VEHICLE BEFORE IMPACT, DID NOT DEPLOY. I RAN STRAIGHT INTO A STONE WALL AND FENCE. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL ABOUT THE BACK SENSOR, BUT MY SENSORS WERE WORKING UP UNTIL MY ACCIDENT. MY VEHICLE WAS DEEMED TOTALLED. IT WAS NOT RAINING, I WAS NOT SPEEDING, AND WHEN THE POLICE CAME OUT TO DO AN INVESTIGATION, THEY COULD ONLY DETERMINE THAT IT WAS A MECHANICAL PROBLEM. WHY DID THE SENSOR NOT WORK? WHY…”
NHTSA complaint #11291726, 2019 · crash

“I AM HAVING AN ISSUE WHILE DRIVING THAT MY CAR IS SAYING MY FRONT SENSOR IN BLOCKED CAUSING MY CAR TO RANDOMLY AUTOMATIC BREAK WHILE NO OTHER CARS ARE AROUND ME. I TOOK MY CAR TO NISSAN IN CHERRY HILL, NJ WHERE I BOUGHT THE CAR EIGHT MONTHS AGO. THEY TOLD ME THAT THE SENSOR WAS BENT AND MY CAR WAS HIT OR IN AN ACCIDENT. LET ME SPECIFY THAT I WAS NOT IN AN ACCIDENT, AND MY CAR WAS NOT HIT BY ANOTHER CAR. THERE ARE NO MARKS ON THE FRONT OF MY CAR THAT WOULD GIVE THEM REASON TO SAY MY CAR WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. I TAKE MY CAR TO GET SERVICED AT A NON- NISSAN DEALERSHIP. NISSAN OF CHERRY HILL IS TRYIN…”
NHTSA complaint #11337636, 2020

Exterior Lighting 1

“There is no incident. I am writing about the safety hazards of the oncoming blue bright lights coming from the oncoming cars/trucks SUV's etc. I own a Sedan and on a highway these blue lights ( in all new vehicles) blind you. The trucks and SUV's are having so bright light that it is difficult to drive. The adaptive lights are no good on a dark two lane road, specially on a road with snow. This is more dangerous on an incline where the vehicles are coming at fast on a two lane dark road. In my opinion the Blue lights should be banned and instead the yellow lights should be made compulsory f…”
NHTSA complaint #11442214, 2021

Fuel System 1

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine overheated and hot air came out of the vents, entering the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the coolant reservoir needed to be refilled. The dealer refilled the coolant reservoir. The failure persisted, and the vehicle was returned to the dealer, who then diagnosed that the radiator thermostat had failed. The thermostat was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred approximately 3 weeks after the repair. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the…”
NHTSA complaint #11695388, 2025

Latches/Locks/Linkages 1

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to open the door with the key fob however, the door failed to open. The contact had to physically hit the front door to manually open the door. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the front door actuator was not fully locking, and the door actuator needed to be replaced. The local dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was repaired on two separate occasions for the fail…”
NHTSA complaint #11636573, 2020

Parking Brake 1

“TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2019 NISSAN ALTIMA. WHILE DRIVING UNDER 30 MPH, A RED LIGHT FLASHED FOR THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY STOPPED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATS TO JERK FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN HOME AND PARKED DUE TO THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO PROPERLY ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE. THE CONTACT HAD TO CHECK THE COMPONENT TO ENSURE WHETHER IT WAS ON OR OFF. ALSO, THE EMERGENCY WARNING INDICATED FLASHED INTERMITTENTLY MORE THAN ONCE AND A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO NI…”
NHTSA complaint #11194635, 2019

Visibility 1 1 injury

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH the vehicle sunroof shattered without impact. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had small cuts to his right shoulder from glass but had not needed medical attention. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,081.”
NHTSA complaint #11457723, 2022 · 1 injury(ies)