2020 Nissan Altima electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jul 30, 2026GAElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   I currently own a 2020 Nissan Altima with 49,186 miles and I am reporting a recurring power door lock failure. This vehicle was inspected at the Nissan of Cumming location this morning to confirm the issue. Three of the passenger-side door lock actuators have failed within a short period of time. The two rear door locks stopped working at the same time, and approximately two weeks later the front passenger door lock also stopped working. The driver's door has started to not…

   NHTSA complaint #11753776 · source
2. Filed Jul 20, 2026MNElectrical System

   Both passenger-side and driver's side rear door lock mechanisms ceased working. They do not work when attempting to lock/unlock the doors from the inside controls in the front seat. These doors also do not lock/unlock when using the remote key fob either. Both rear doors have to be lock/unlocked manually from the inside of the door.

   NHTSA complaint #11751528 · source
3. Filed Jul 15, 2026VAElectrical SystemEngine

   The warming lights for different items come on at random. Examples :Low washer fluid, gas cap open, speedometer digital speed not showing.

   NHTSA complaint #11750677 · source
4. Filed Jun 16, 2026125,000 miTXElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2020 Nissan Altima. The contact became aware that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was 83,000. It was later discovered during routine maintenance with an authorized local dealer that the mileage was 125,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11744494 · source
5. Filed May 29, 2026CAElectrical System

   All four of my door lock actuators have went out without warning. This has caused stress and frustration due to not having the correct access to get in and out of my vehicle. The doors would not lock or unlock by pressing the buttons on the door or on the key itself. This has also caused a big safety concern. Being able to not open my car door is dangerous and could potentially hurt myself or others. I have contacted Nissan and they stated that there were not any recalls on…

   NHTSA complaint #11740834 · source
6. Filed Apr 30, 2026113,000 miFLElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud - The contact purchased a 2020 Nissan Altima. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 10,976. When the vehicle was later taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing, the recorded mileage was 113,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11734876 · source
7. Filed Feb 10, 2026WIElectrical System

   This is my second Altima I bought. A 2016 and a 2020. Both vehicles had issues where the car door wouldn't open from the inside or outside due to the lock system. If my car is "locked" and I go to open the drivers door,. it sets off the theft alarm system. These issues cause major issues because if I get into an accident and am not able to open the car door I could possibly die from not being able to get to me fast enough, sitting too long, etc the possibilities are endless.…

   NHTSA complaint #11717040 · source
8. Filed Dec 7, 2025CAElectrical System

   Locks no longer work with key fob or button within car and sometimes even takes multiple attempts to manually unlock. This poses a danger if needed to enter or exit the car in a hurry.

   NHTSA complaint #11703595 · source
9. Filed Nov 21, 2025MDElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   3 out of 4 of my doors have to be locked and unlocked by hand instead of using my Nissan key button to unlock my car. 3 of the motors are bad or it's some kind of electrical issue that goggle says is common in 2019 to 2020 Nissan Altimas. I feel like I shouldn't have to pay out of pocket myself to get this fixed if it's a noted common issue on goggle.

   NHTSA complaint #11700858 · source
10. Filed Nov 11, 2025NYElectrical System

    All 4 door lock actuators have failed, no warning lamps indicating this issue, first appeared in 2024. Car has been broken into as a result

    NHTSA complaint #11698768 · source
11. Filed Sep 30, 2025TNElectrical System

    My driver door does not lock and unlock automatically. This poses a risk because my door remains unlocked when I think that it is locked. Also, I have to go in through the backseat of the passenger seat in order to get in my car posing risk of someone coming up behind me. I had the back actuators replaced a couple of years ago, I asked about the front since the car was still under warranty and I was told they would not replace them since they were not acting up at the time.…

    NHTSA complaint #11690643 · source
12. Filed Jun 20, 2025HIElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers

    Windshield Wiper Fluid Reservoir sensor going on even when reservoir is full. Gives drivers a warning light which is very distracting. If you go on line, this appears to be an extremely common problem that Nissan has not addressed. This can lead people to not know if they have fluid in reservoir as they will eventually ignore warning light or disconnect sensor (the two most common solutions in Nissan Altima forum).

    NHTSA complaint #11668246 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology