2017 Nissan Altima exterior lighting problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the exterior lighting on the 2017 Nissan Altima — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“1. Headlights. The headlights are dim to the point that vision at night is greatly impaired unless I use my high beams. It is available for inspection. 2. Impaired vision at night, I cannot see very well when driving at night, and others may be affected by not being able to see me as well. 3. This…”
filed Aug 12, 2026
“Car not starting. Narrowed down to brake light switch not functioning properly. Jumped across the switch, car started. Push button ignition requires brakes to be depressed to start the vehicle. We have been close to being rear-ended twice lately. No warning lights signifying a problem. This is the…”
filed Jul 12, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Exterior Lighting problems in other Altima years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Altima | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 Altima | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 Altima | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 Altima | 13 | 6% |
| 2016 Altima | 42 | 8% |
| 2015 Altima | 269 | 28% |
| 2014 Altima | 299 | 27% |
| 2013 Altima | 441 | 19% |
| 2012 Altima | 5 | 1% |
| 2011 Altima | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 Altima | 7 | 2% |
| 2009 Altima | 9 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Nissan Altima
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.