2019 Nissan Altima vs 2019 Toyota Avalon
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 | 2019 Nissan Altima | 2019 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 226 | 68 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 188 | 219 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–32 | 25–43 |
| Median reported mileage | 21,900 mi | 5,617 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Altima | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 58 | 17 |
| Engine | 47 | 7 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 41 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 29 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 17 |
| Power Train | 9 | 9 |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 0 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
2019 Nissan Altima
2019 Toyota Avalon
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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.