Engine stalling, fire risk, complete engine failure Affected Years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Nissan Altima. Our law firm is also investigating 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Nissan Altima for the same issues.
These issues seem to arise from defects in the VC-Turbo Engine.
When you purchase a new vehicle, there are more than a few thoughts and drivers for the decision to do so. You might no longer be willing to invest the time and money needed to keep your older vehicle running. You may understand that the cash out of pocket for a used vehicle is greater when you are financing the vehicle. It could be that you are choosing to spend the money for a new vehicle with a warranty, knowing that you will not be spending your cash on a car repair for many years. The cost of the new vehicle and the accompanying warranty provided by the manufacturer are worth the cost of the vehicle. If you selected a 2019-2022 Nissan Altima, you are likely going to be visiting that dealership waiting area sooner than you thought possible. It may not be cash you are spending, but the experience is going to cost you something equally important, and that is time.
New Nissan owners are reporting that their Altima’s with the VC-Turbo engines are stalling and do not restart very easily. If you own or lease a Nissan Altima and have had issues with the engine in it, your car might qualify as a lemon under the law. If you feel that the dealer has had more than enough chances to fix the issue, and you are thinking of filing a lemon law claim on your Altima, you should call Guardian Lemon Law. We will complete a case review and verify your claim and that the car qualifies under the law. We can sue Nissan for selling you a defective, lemon Nissan Altima when you are ready. Guardian Lemon Law will provide you a lawyer experienced in Nissan Altima engine failure/stalling risk lemon law cases to get your claim filed.
Lemon Law Qualifications For Eligibility
The qualifications below will need to be met before your Nissan Altima can be the subject of a lemon law claim or lawsuit. We offer a case review to determine your vehicle eligibility as our first step once hired. The qualifications are:
- Your Nissan Altima issue cannot be the result of abuse, misuse, or neglect on the part of the owner
- The vehicle is covered under your manufacturer’s new car warranty or a certified pre-owned warranty for the repair efforts as related to the lemon law issue
- The dealer has made a reasonable number of attempts to repair the reported issue. This is defined as a minimum of 2 attempts for any safety-related issue, and at least 4 attempts for other issues
- The problem that is being repaired is the same for each visit, and the issue impacts the safety, use, or value of the vehicle to the owner
- The Altima has been at the dealer for a period totaling more than 30 calendar days during the repair efforts. This is a cumulative total and again, is limited to trips dealing only with the issue in question.
Your Nissan Altima engine failure/stalling risk lemon lawyer will determine if your Nissan Altima has met the requirements, and by doing so, will confirm that it does qualify under California Lemon Law to file a claim or lawsuit. Do not hesitate to call Guardian Lemon Law to get the help you need when you are dealing with an ongoing vehicle repair of any type.
The Time Limit To File A Lemon Lawsuit Or Claim
The time limit for making a Lemon Law Claim or filing a lawsuit has two different calendar dates. The first date is 1 year from the expiration of your original factory warranty, and the second date is 6 years from the date of vehicle delivery to you. The time limit that applies will be the earliest of the calendar dates, and any action must be filed before that date arrives.
The Key Takeaways For Lemon Law Protections As A Consumer
California Lemon Law, originally known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, was passed into law in March of 1971. The purpose of the law then was to provide consumers with legal options when manufacturers were unable to fix an issue and meet the terms of their warranty. The law established an obligation to replace or refund any item that a manufacturer was unable to fix. Best known for its use and reference to automobiles, people are often surprised to learn that the law covers a variety of other consumer products like electronics, homes, and appliances. The law from 1971 remains the foundation of Lemon Law today and still provides consumers the protections and remedies they need if they have issues with a product and its warranty. With updates in the 80s and as recently as 2025, it continues to provide remedies to buyers.
Beyond the qualifications and restrictions mentioned above, there is one other item that limits your rights as a consumer. The California Statute of Limitations restricts the duration that a Lemon Law claim or lawsuit can be filed. The new dates directly relate to your warranty and delivery details. If you need a Nissan Altima engine failure/stalling risk lemon law lawsuit filed, call Guardian Lemon Law today.
The Reports By Consumers Of Their Experiences With The 2019-2022 Nissan Altima Engine Issues
The 2019–2022 Nissan Altima cars are subject to major recalls for severe engine failure and stalling. A manufacturing defect in the VC-Turbo engine bearings can cause them to seize, leading to complete engine breakdown, loss of drive power, and an increased chance of engine fire. Severe engine failure means that the engine is not going to be repaired, but will be replaced.
Per the NHTSA, the bearing failure will not typically happen in a short period. Owners will typically get some visible and audible warnings during the failure. These warnings include the following:
- An abnormal knocking or metal grinding sounds from the engine bay
- The engine will be difficult to start and run rough
- The check engine light or other warning lights on the dashboard are lit
The repair process used by most Nissan dealerships starts with checking the engine and oil pans for metal parts. They will then perform software updates for the Altima. If any debris or bearing damage is found during the inspection, the dealership is required to replace the entire engine block assembly free of charge. The best solution is to put this in the hands of the dealership as soon as you can.
The recall details share the following:
- The core issue is an increased oil temperature in the 1.5L VC-Turbo engines, which can degrade lubrication. This leads to the engine bearings failing, which will eventually damage the engine block
- The specific recall information shows the NHTSA numbers 25V-437 and 26V-080 and Nissan numbers R25E2 and R25E3
The next steps should be the following checks:
- Checking the VIN by looking to see if your specific Altima is subject to recall by using either the NHTSA or Nissan websites
- Contact your dealership when your vehicle is affected. Contact them as soon as possible to schedule the Altima in for a free inspection and repair when applicable
When you need a lemon lawyer to sue Nissan for engine failure/stalling risk, Guardian Lemon Law can provide one to you. Please contact us at your earliest convenience.
What Are The Details For the Guardian Law Firm Zero-Fee Guarantee?
Guardian Lemon Law offers a Zero-Fee Guarantee for our clients. Your initial consultation with a Guardian Lemon Law legal professional is always free of charge. There will never be any upfront costs to hire us for legal representation. There is never an obligation to hire Guardian Lemon Law, even after you take advantage of some of our free services. You might want a second opinion on your existing case if you get concerned it isn’t progressing the way you want. We don’t charge for this either.
Our Zero-Fee Guarantee applies to lawsuits too. If we don’t win your case, there will be no charge for our effort. Please make time to reach out to the Guardian Lemon Law team when you need advice or representation and think you are experiencing a Lemon Law issue. We will confirm it for you and be ready to take action on your behalf, including filing a Nissan Altima defective VC-Turbo engine lemon lawsuit. We will assign a Nissan Altima lemon law attorney to represent you.
