2017 Nissan Altima Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 5%of 393 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,144miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2017 Nissan Altima, 5% of the 393 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,144 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The low beams are dangerously dim. I was almost in a one car accident (couldn't see upcoming traffic circle) as a result. I have to rely on high beams for visibility whenever possible . This appears to be a common problem from what I've researched. I am positive there will be accidents if this issue is not fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #11310437, filed 2020-02, 22,000 miles“Have electrical issues with my vehicle. 1st the windows wouldn't roll down, and now all electrical features on the vehicle doesn't work ( power locks, rear view camera, turning signals, doors dont lock with remote, and car doesnt shift out of park unless I use the shift lock release button). Vehicle was stationary and it happened on july 6 2018”
NHTSA complaint #11109943, filed 2018-07, 51,144 miles“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 second Altima I owned with this exact same failure to occur. First was a 2010 Altima S 2.5”
NHTSA complaint #11749825, filed 2026-07“Headlights are dim. I am aware that there is a settlement in place where Nissan extended the warranty to 6 years. My car is in this warranty period. The headlights are dim and getting worse, I have taken it to the Nissan dealership and they test them and note that there is not a problem, but it is difficult to drive at night and it is a safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11504213, filed 2023-01“Headlights are to dim to see the road at night. Very dangerous. This has gotten progressively worse. When researching I found their are class action lawsuits about this issue. While there does not appear to be an official recall, I was not notified of the lawsuit and wonder why there is not an official recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11486143, filed 2022-09Related service bulletins
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Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 13 | 6% |
| 2017 | 18 | 5% |
| 2016 | 42 | 8% |
| 2015 | 270 | 28% |
| 2014 | 299 | 27% |
| 2013 | 442 | 19% |
| 2012 | 5 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 | 7 | 2% |
| 2009 | 9 | 1% |
| 2008 | 9 | 1% |
| 2007 | 4 | 1% |
| 2006 | 9 | 1% |
| 2005 | 13 | 1% |
| 2004 | 6 | 2% |
| 2003 | 17 | 2% |
| 2002 | 41 | 4% |
| 2000 | 2 | 1% |
| 1998 | 1 | 1% |
| 1997 | 4 | 4% |
| 1996 | 4 | 4% |
| 1995 | 1 | 1% |
| 1994 | 2 | 2% |
| 1993 | 3 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2017 Nissan Altima
133 complaintsAir bags
74 complaintsOther or unknown
62 complaintsVehicle speed control
41 complaintsEngine
39 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsBrakes
19 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
14 complaintsSuspension
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Nissan Altima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology