2009 Nissan Altima Engine Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are engine problems on the 2009 Nissan Altima?
117 owners have reported engine problems on the 2009 Nissan Altima, 8% of all complaints for this year and the 3rd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 60,000–115,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
117 complaints 8% of all 2009 complaints 80,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (89 of 117). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.
Engine complaints by Altima year
Related recalls
No recall covers engine problems on the 2009 Nissan Altima. See all 4 recalls for this year.
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Other 2009 Nissan Altima problems
Common questions
What are common 2009 Nissan Altima engine problems?
Complaints most often name the engine, cooling system and exhaust system.
At what mileage do 2009 Nissan Altima engine problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 60,000–115,000 miles. The middle value is about 80,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2009 Nissan Altima engine problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2009 Nissan Altima. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Altima year has the most engine complaints?
The 2013 Altima, with 166 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.