1999 Nissan Altima vs 2000 Nissan Altima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Nissan Altima | 2000 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 87 | 160 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 42 | 57 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–24 | 21–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 99,500 mi | 84,706 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Altima | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 49 |
| Tires | 11 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 21 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 11 |
| Visibility | 8 | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 8 |
| Stalling | 0 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
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.