2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
2002 Nissan Altima
Side-by-side reliability analysis
Winner
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has fewer reported issues
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Winner85
Complaints
0
Recalls
Severe Incidents
Crashes
3
Fires
5
Injuries
5
Deaths
0
2002 Nissan Altima
1,062
Complaints
2
Recalls
Severe Incidents
Crashes
30
Fires
28
Injuries
23
Deaths
0
Common Problem Areas
Comparing complaints by component
Engine
Total: 577
E-Class
4
Altima
573
Structure
Total: 123
E-Class
4
Altima
119
Electrical System
Total: 38
E-Class
0
Altima
38
Exterior Lighting
Total: 32
E-Class
0
Altima
32
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Total: 31
E-Class
31
Altima
0
Air Bags
Total: 22
E-Class
0
Altima
22
Fuel System
Total: 9
E-Class
9
Altima
0
Seats
Total: 6
E-Class
6
Altima
0