Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
Risk: Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Sell your 2009 Nissan Altima for cash
The 2009 Nissan Altima is a small car that came with a choice of 2.5L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl engines. At 17 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
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2009 Nissan Altima at a glance
| Body style | Subcompact Cars, Midsize Cars |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl |
| Transmissions | Manual 6-spd, Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 18–35 city / 26–33 highway / 21–34 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,950–$3,900 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 261–423 grams per mile |
| Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle) | 3,198 lb |
| Versions tested by EPA | 9 configurations: Altima Coupe, Altima, Altima Hybrid |
| Age | 17 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
What affects its junk value
- Age: at 17 years old, most of a 2009 Altima's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
- Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2009 Altima weighed 3,198 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
- Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
- Hybrid battery: hybrid versions also carry a high-voltage battery pack, which recyclers and rebuilders pay for.
- Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2009 Altima. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
- Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the steering, typically around 70,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.
2009 Nissan Altima recalls
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2009 Nissan Altima. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 Altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification resulting in a potential for the strut insulator to crack.
Risk: If the strut insulator is cracked, there is a potential for the strut rod to come out of its mounting position, which could affect vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
Nissan is recalling 225 my 2009 Altima vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 214, "side impact protection." these vehicles may have been manufactured with an out-of-specification weld on the door assembly.
Risk: This does not meet the standard requirements.
Nissan is recalling 3,403 my 2009 Altima vehicles equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels. Some these wheels may not have been manufactured to specification. This could cause one or more of the five lug nuts attaching the wheel to the vehicle to become loose.
Risk: If the lug nuts become loose, it could eventually result in a loss of control and a crash without warning.
Common 2009 Altima problems
Owners have filed 1,601 complaints about the 2009 Nissan Altima with NHTSA. 38 reports involved a crash and 8 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 21 injuries.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Most-reported components
Typical mileage when problems were reported
- Steering70,000 mi
- Electrical System78,000 mi
- Unknown or Other95,000 mi
- Engine79,000 mi
- Power Train120,000 mi
- Air Bags73,000 mi
2009 Nissan Altima service bulletins
Manufacturers have filed 117 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2009 Nissan Altima. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
Most common bulletin topics
Recent bulletins
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate/L
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate/L
CAN COMMUNICATION CODES - DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this
CAN COMMUNICATION - NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulleti
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2009 Nissan Altima.
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pe
Selling a 2009 Altima: questions
How much is a 2009 Nissan Altima worth for junk?
It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Can I junk a 2009 Altima that doesn't run?
Yes. We buy 2009 Altimas that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Can I sell a 2009 Altima with open recalls?
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2009 Nissan Altima; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What paperwork do I need to sell my 2009 Altima?
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Before you sell
Sources
- EPA fuel economy data (specs and MPG)fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA recallsnhtsa.gov
- NHTSA complaints, service bulletins and investigationsnhtsa.gov
Data retrieved October 2026.
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