2019 Nissan Altima Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

Incident: October 22, 2026 · Filed: October 23, 2026

On October 22, 2026, the heated driver's seat in my 2019 Nissan Altima caused what appears to be a burn injury to my lower back. I was wearing both a tank top and a sweatshirt while using the heated seat. I discovered the injury afterward. The injury included an open, raw area of skin on my lower back, which I documented with photographs. I am extremely concerned that the heated seat generated enough heat to cause an injury through multiple layers of clothing. This presents a serious safety hazard to drivers and passengers, particularly because an occupant may not realize an injury is occurring until afterward. I am concerned about a possible malfunction or defect in the seat heating element or temperature regulation system. The vehicle has not yet been inspected for this incident. I have reported the injury to Nissan Consumer Affairs and requested a formal investigation. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this potential safety defect to help prevent similar injuries to other vehicle occupants.

Incident: October 12, 2026 · Filed: October 13, 2026

I was driving with my heated seat on when I felt pain and realized my lower back was burnt. When I got home and looked in the mirror, my whole bottom back was red and part of my skin peeling. My heated seat got extremely hot and burnt me.

Incident: September 9, 2026 · Filed: September 24, 2026

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.

Incident: September 10, 2026 · Filed: September 10, 2026

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 to close/reopen commands. Independent shop ([XXX], Seattle) also confirmed motor non-responsive with proper power and ground. Dealer's own OEM report confirms warranty extension is active. Nissan Consumer Affairs Case #XXX opened. Dealer has not submitted warranty claim to Nissan corporate. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Incident: July 15, 2026 · Filed: September 9, 2026

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 that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The contact was awaiting a return call from the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Incident: August 11, 2026 · Filed: August 25, 2026

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 dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there were metal shavings inside the oil and in the oil pan. The engine replacement fees were provided. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the mechanic was unable to force the dealer to repair the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Incident: August 6, 2026 · Filed: August 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger occupant sensor warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the occupant sensor and module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the occupant sensor and module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Incident: January 1, 2023 · Filed: August 13, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the driver's side front door failed to open. The contact entered the vehicle through the rear door. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the failure was due to the door lock actuator, and the part was replaced under warranty; however, the failure reoccurred. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

Incident: July 13, 2026 · Filed: July 29, 2026

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.

Incident: January 1, 2026 · Filed: July 24, 2026

All 4 door actuators failed over the course of a few months. Now none of the locks work, and the cost to fix them is prohibitive.