1997 Nissan Altima vs 1999 Nissan Altima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Nissan Altima | 1999 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 108 | 87 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 53 | 42 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 31 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 23–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 92,420 mi | 99,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Altima | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 35 | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 4 |
| Tires | 5 | 11 |
| Power Train | 8 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 8 |
| Suspension | 7 | 7 |
| Visibility | 6 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
1997 Nissan Altima
1999 Nissan Altima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.