2018 Nissan Altima: Low beams are extremely dim
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2018 Altima report: low beams are extremely dim. CarComplaints.com lists 4 owner complaints, average mileage 69,900 miles.
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints for the 2018 Altima in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11708109 (filed 12/31/2025): “The contact owns a 2018 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, the halogen headlights failed to function as intended and were dimmed, which reduced the visibility of the roadway. there was no warning light illumi…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11685139 (filed 09/04/2025): “The headlights on my 2018 altima sl are incredibly dim. i have tried two different led manufacturer's bulbs with the same result. it is beyond dangerous to drive my car at night. sadly, my floodlights are far brighter than my low beams. there are countless…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace both headlight assemblies (2 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
LED DRLs are often integrated into the headlamp assembly, which may require bumper removal. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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