CarComplaints.com Notes: You don't want to get 2009 and 2010 Altima owners started about their cars. That is, unless, you know how to start their cars.
These vehicles can suddenly become impossible to start thanks to a faulty electronic steering column lock (ESCL). Nissan dealers will gladly replace it, but that will run you $1000.
More info & videos about the Nissan ESCL defect are available over at NissanProblems.com.
It's one of the many reasons this car was named CarTalk's Turd of the Week and given our Beware of this Clunker badge. Two dubious honors.
I called the dealership about the problem and, of course, they want to see it. They have no idea what it might be but don't mind charging for diagnostics to determine the problem. I'll never buy another Nissan!!!
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I called the dealership about the problem and, of course, they want to see it. They have no idea what it might be but don't mind charging for diagnostics to determine the problem. I'll never buy another Nissan!!!
- michael369, Smyrna, US