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Vehicle A

Gasoline · 32 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 26 combined MPG · Front-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2019 Nissan Altima

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2018 Nissan Altima

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

2018 Nissan Altima

has more open investigations.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2019 Nissan Altima

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: Altima needs more recall homework, Altima has more complaint activity, Altima has more severity reports, Altima has more open investigation signals and Altima has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Nissan Altima 2018 Nissan Altima Difference
Total recalls 7 2 Altima has 5 more recalls
Total complaints 220 221 Altima has 1 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 22 / 5 / 9 / 0 11 / 0 / 5 / 0 Altima has 20 more severity reports
Defect investigations 4 5 Altima has 1 more investigations
Open investigations 1 3 Altima has 2 more open investigations
Manufacturer communications 188 192 Altima has 4 more communications
Recall completion reports 41 14 Altima has 27 more reports
Warranty programs 0 0 Similar
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Jun 27, 2025 May 28, 2020 Altima has newer activity
Latest complaint May 28, 2026 May 28, 2026 Similar
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Electrical System
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Air Bags
  • Power Train
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 32 combined MPG 26 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $1,850 $2,300 Altima about $450 less
Safety-rating records 2 1 Different availability

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Nissan Altima

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had electrical system and unknown or other repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Nissan Altima

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had unknown or other and air bags repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Nissan Altima

  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights

2018 Nissan Altima

  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior
  • Air Bags: warning lights, crash repairs, recall completion
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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