Nissan Altima Repair Cost Guide

Mid-Size Sedan

Comprehensive repair cost data for the 2019-2025 Nissan Altima, compiled from 9 industry sources (7 high-confidence). Covers 11 common repair types with OEM vs aftermarket parts pricing, labor hour estimates, and paint costs.

Repair Range
$75-$3,700
Body Labor
$110/hr
Paint Labor
$115/hr
Annual Maint.
$483/yr

Damage Severity Cost Ranges

Minor

$250-$800

Single panel scratch, small dent, minor scuff

Moderate

$800-$2,200

Bumper replacement, fender replacement, windshield with calibration

Major

$2,200-$6,000

Multiple panel damage, quarter panel work, door replacement

Common Repairs & Costs

Front Bumper Replacement
1.5-3.5 hrs
Front bumper cover replacement with paint and sensor reinstallation
$600-$1,400
Parts: $200-$500 Labor: $150-$400 Paint: $250-$500 ADAS calibration required
Rear Bumper Replacement
1.5-3 hrs
Rear bumper cover replacement with paint
$600-$1,000
Parts: $200-$600 Labor: $150-$400 Paint: $250-$500
Front Bumper Repair
2-4 hrs
Front bumper repair and repaint (scratches, scuffs)
$350-$930
Parts: $0-$80 Labor: $200-$500 Paint: $150-$350
Fender Replacement
2-3.5 hrs
Front fender replacement with paint
$550-$1,300
Parts: $150-$400 Labor: $200-$450 Paint: $200-$450
Door Replacement
2.5-5 hrs
Complete door assembly replacement including glass and hardware
$1,050-$2,250
Parts: $400-$900 Labor: $300-$700 Paint: $350-$650
Windshield Replacement
1-2 hrs
Windshield replacement with ProPilot Assist calibration
$253-$700
Parts: $200-$500 Labor: $80-$200 ADAS calibration required
Mirror Replacement
0.5-1.5 hrs
Side mirror assembly replacement
$518-$545
Parts: $200-$400 Labor: $80-$180 Paint: $50-$150
Headlight Replacement
0.5-1 hrs
Headlight assembly replacement (LED or halogen)
$260-$650
Parts: $200-$500 Labor: $60-$150
Quarter Panel Replacement
6-18 hrs
Quarter panel repair or replacement with paint
$1,450-$3,700
Parts: $300-$800 Labor: $800-$2200 Paint: $350-$700
Paintless Dent Repair
0.5-2 hrs
Paintless dent repair (PDR) for minor dents without paint damage
$75-$350
Parts: $0-$0 Labor: $75-$350
Minor Scratch Repair
1-3 hrs
Minor scratch or scuff repair and blend
$250-$650
Parts: $0-$50 Labor: $150-$400 Paint: $100-$200

Labor Rate Breakdown

Body
$110/hr
Paint
$115/hr
Mechanical
$130/hr
Frame
$135/hr

Nissan dealerships charge $100-$160/hr; independent shops $65-$110/hr

Labor rates vary significantly by location. View rates for your state.

Parts Pricing: OEM vs Aftermarket

Front Bumper Cover
$250-$500
$59-$200
-65%
OEM: $250-$500 | AM: $59-$200 (-65%)
Rear Bumper Cover
$250-$600
$60-$200
-69%
OEM: $250-$600 | AM: $60-$200 (-69%)
Front Fender
$200-$400
$60-$200
-57%
OEM: $200-$400 | AM: $60-$200 (-57%)
Headlight Assembly
$300-$500
$80-$250
-59%
OEM: $300-$500 | AM: $80-$250 (-59%)
Side Mirror Assembly
$250-$400
$50-$150
-69%
OEM: $250-$400 | AM: $50-$150 (-69%)
Windshield
$300-$500
$150-$300
-44%
OEM: $300-$500 | AM: $150-$300 (-44%)
Taillight Assembly
$200-$400
$60-$180
-60%
OEM: $200-$400 | AM: $60-$180 (-60%)
Door Shell
$400-$800
$150-$400
-54%
OEM: $400-$800 | AM: $150-$400 (-54%)

ADAS Calibration Requirements

The Nissan Altima is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that may require recalibration after certain repairs. This adds significant cost to bumper replacements, windshield replacements, and structural repairs.

Front Bumper Replacement Calibration: $100-$250
Required
Windshield Replacement Calibration: $150-$300
Required

Common Damage Patterns

Front Bumper Damage

Very Common

Front bumper scratches, scuffs, and minor dents from parking

Typical cost $350-$1,400

Most common Turo rental damage type

Rear Bumper Damage

Common

Rear bumper damage from parking lot incidents

Typical cost $600-$1,000

Door Dings And Dents

Very Common

Door dings, dents, and parking lot damage

Typical cost $75-$650

Side Mirror Damage

Common

Side mirror damage from tight spaces

Typical cost $518-$545

Windshield Damage

Common

Windshield chips and cracks from road debris

Typical cost $253-$700

Fender Damage

Common

Fender dents and scratches from sideswipes and parking

Typical cost $550-$1,300

Paint Scratches

Very Common

Paint scratches across body panels

Typical cost $250-$650

Wheel Curbing

Common

Wheel curb rash from parallel parking

Typical cost $100-$300

Per wheel

Maintenance Costs

Annual Cost
$483/yr

Source: RepairPal

Data Sources

9 sources (7 high-confidence)

RepairPal Glass.net CARiD CarParts.com Nissan Club Forum Altima Forums PartsGeek NissanPartsDeal YourMechanic

Labor Rates by State

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Cost by Damage Type

Bumper replacement, fender repair, scratch repair, and more -- with data-backed cost ranges.

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