2005 Nissan Altima vs 2005 Toyota Prius
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 | 2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Toyota Prius |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,091 | 1,051 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 108 | 222 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 48 | 102 |
| Fire reports | 18 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–24 | 46 |
| Median reported mileage | 87,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Altima | Toyota Prius |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 351 | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 | 346 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 259 | 64 |
| Electrical System | 97 | 178 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 29 | 128 |
| Engine | 141 | 15 |
| Power Train | 115 | 41 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 42 | 109 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 304 | 11 |
| Stalling | 189 | 71 |
| Check engine light | 85 | 17 |
| Won’t start | 29 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 27 | 42 |
| Overheating | 25 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 22 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 17 | 12 |
2005 Nissan Altima
2005 Toyota Prius
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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.