37 problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2020 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2020 Nissan Altima based on all problems reported for the 2020 Altima.
During cold temperatures the car accelerates poorly, engine rpm is unusual. At least one instance of the engine warning light illuminates with a "service now" message displayed. In all cases the vehicle engine was running, in (slow) motion, and on a city street and one incident on a highway going straight ahead. A service department of a Nissan dealer was contacted and they stated that they have received multiple complaints of this nature about this call year and model.
The engine light constantly comes on. Have had the solenoid valve timing control replaces twice and engine light back on for the same problem. I have had my car for 6 months and has been in the shop frequently.