Nissan Altima Complaints (2013)

2,314 consumer complaints on file.

#11642455February 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
I have had this vehicle for a few years, this car only have 118,333 mile on it, it stop working on me in the middle of the road. The dealership said the transmission went out in the vehicle but I’m not sure how that was possible. I could pay the price for the vehicle to be fixed with them because it was very pricey but didn’t know that many people with this year model have had the same complaints with the transmission. They never stated that the car had a recall about the transmission, I feel this is not right and something was hinted from me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641533February 8, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
None
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640688February 4, 2025
SUSPENSION
Rear suspension control arm broke while making a turn. Heard a loud snap, couldn't see anything wrong so I proceeded to turn onto the road, heard what sounded like a blowout and felt like the tire was about to come off. After looking it up, I see that this to be common with 2013 so I called Nissan to find out if a recall was ever issued and it has not been which is very concerning. This happened when I was traveling less than 10 mph, pulling away from my home.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11636328January 16, 2025
AIR BAGS
I was mailed a recall for a warning light for the passenger air bag. It covers a time period of 15 years. I had the warning light come on as described in the mailer for the recall that was sent to me ( the original owner of a 2013 Nissan Altima ) and I set up an appointment with the dealership to have it repaired. No sooner did I leave after dropping off the vehicle that the dealership called to inform me that my VIN is not part of the recall even though it is clearly on the mailer. I for the life of me cannot understand how such an important safety issue can be excluded when the exact problem they listed is now occurring.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11634095January 4, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
The headlights has a recall but the dealership told me if the previous owner didn't fix it, it didn't do me any justice. I have to drive with bright lights on at night because the headlights are pointed at the ground but not up ahead to see what's in front of me. It's very hard to see. I haven't had the car a year and I really love my car. The $1,600 to fix, is what the Nissian dealership in my town quoted me. I am a single mom with elementary aged kids, driving them to school, it's still little dark.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11633237December 30, 2024
AIR BAGS
This car seems to have the same software issue as other altimas but the VIN does not record a recall. When someone is in the passenger seat, there is no dashboard confirmation and we are worried that the airbag might not deploy.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11632186December 23, 2024
AIR BAGS
The indicator light on the dashboard has been lit for SEVERAL YEARS and remains lit showing that the STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG (a safety issue) is non-functioning. This is an electronic issue, and not the result of misuse. This has been reported several times already and nothing has been done. I AM NOT prepared to pay $5000 to have this analyzed abd repaired when it clearly is A SAFETY ISSUE. PLEASE RESPOND.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11630998December 16, 2024
STEERING
The steering wheel locked up and it caused the car to hit a concrete barrier.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11623399November 4, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlamps are so dim, you can't even see the road at night. This is a well known issue to Nissan that the headlamps for this make and model are defective. The headlamp assemblies need to be replaced and this should be a recall. There was a civil lawsuit and I, like many others, tried getting the headlamps replaced during the acceptable time period, but my Nissan dealership was not able to get the parts in time. Looking online, this happened to the majority of people and people weren't able to get the proper repairs needed at no fault of their own. This is a major problem that Nissan needs to address. NHTSA also has a responsibility to be pushing Nissan on this recall. My automotive repair company said they've never seen so many complaints with the NHTSA without there being a full recall. It is an extreme safety hazard to not have the road visible at night. I, along with others, have received warnings from the police as well for not having proper lighting. Please help fix this issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11623221November 2, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights are very dim and it's very hard to see when it's dark outside
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11623191November 1, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Delamination of headlight units has left low beam use unsafe. Seeing more than 20-25ft ahead of vehicle is impossible at night. There was a class action suit for this issue but I was not notified and now the window for replacement had passed. This seems like it should have been a safety recall. I attempted to get relief from Nissan but was stonewalled. Not even a discount on replacing the units.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11622685October 30, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Unsafe to drive due to transmission not registering lower gears when at complete stop, takes full minute before gears accelerate. I have unexpectedly stalled in the middle of traffic and was almost rear ended. Going under the legal miles per hour on standard roads causing delays in traffic and potential Fire Risk due to overheating because of transmission issues. Potential harm to myself and others by causing collisions. Big O's in Boise Idaho (208) 996-1306 has confirmed it is unsafe to drive 10/29/2024. appointment with Nissan dealership 10/30/2024 Check engine light has failed to appear. The closure of a class action lawsuit over CVT transmission issues in vehicles like the 2013 Nissan Altima, without a recall, poses significant safety risks. Without a recall, critical transmission problems such as stalling, power loss, or erratic shifting remain unresolved for many drivers. Financial constraints may prevent owners from paying out-of-pocket for expensive repairs, leaving unsafe vehicles on the road. Unlike recalls, which require manufacturers to notify all affected owners and provide free repairs, lawsuits end without ongoing accountability, meaning these safety risks can persist indefinitely. Additionally, future owners, especially in the used car market, may be unaware of the defect, unknowingly operating cars with hidden risks. The lack of consistent resolution means thousands of vehicles with potentially faulty transmissions continue to pose dangers not only to their drivers but also to other road users. A recall would ensure that all affected vehicles are inspected and repaired, but without one, the burden unfairly shifts to owners, compromising road safety on a large scale.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11621486October 23, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Power train gives out when car warms up. I’ve had fluids checked for the power train and Everything was fine. When on high way power train would either jerk tremendously or just give out. It almost caused me to wreck one day ass there was a truck behind me who nearly avoided rear ending me because the car completely slowed down.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11614015September 11, 2024
AIR BAGS
The dashboard light shows that the steering wheel air bag is non functioning. This has been reported on line to Nissan for several years, and not one response from Nissan. The dealership indicates that it's a malfunction, probably a sensor, and it might require me to pay up to $5,000 to identify the deficiency. I view this as a safety issue and not one of misuse. Kindly advise when this can be resolved. Your assistance will be greatly appreciated.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11612181September 2, 2024
AIR BAGS
OCS not working, passenger airbag is off when adult is in seat. Apparently was recalled before but seeing that despite being “fixed” and the problem came back. Hard to get in contact with anyone at Nissan or the dealerships to take responsibility for it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611259August 27, 2024
STEERING
Very stiff steering.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11605888August 1, 2024
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the lower control arm frame on the driver's side was completely rusted and had detached from the vehicle. There was no warning illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 188,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11605990August 1, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sometimes when I'm driving the car starts idling as if I'm going fast that's how it sounds and I'm making a turn and it's sounds like it's accelerated but it won't go as much as I step on the gas it will not go so I got to pull over to the side wait for a little bit turn off the car and let it sit and then I'll go back tomorrow and it's every time this light turns on the dashboard with a car with the swively lines
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11605048July 29, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY, VISIBILITY/WIPER
While driving on a highway at 65 mph, the hood of the car completely opened. When attempting to close it, The latch that holds the hood wouldn't hold it at all. There were no warning lights, when I called the dealership they said that because there were no recalls on it currently, they couldn't do anything. The hood completely blinded us and dented the roof and sides of our car.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11603928July 22, 2024
AIR BAGS
I was traveling straight and made an abrupt turn. I lost control of my car and struck a pole, then hit a brick building. None of the airbags in my vehicle deployed and I hit my nose on the steering wheel and sustained other injuries.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0

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